Weight Management
About 2/3 of adults in the U.S. are overweight or obese. At Altheda, our holistic approach to a sustainable weight management can help you keep a healthy weight. There are many factors that influence your weight, such as metabolism, gut health, mental health, medical history, genetics and lifestyle choices. We customize treatment plan based on your unique situation to achieve the best results possible. Our treatment options include
- Metabolic health assessment
- Medical weight loss
- Behavioral/Mental health counseling
- Lifestyle consultation
Comprehensive program.
Virtual and in-person visits available.
Find weight loss treatments with expert one-on-one medical care
Symtoms of Obesity
The most obvious symptom is the increase in weight, therefore the symptoms that may be presented arise from this increase in weight that, among others, may be:
Back and/or joint pains
Excessive sweating
Difficulty in sleeping / daytime drowsiness
Intolerance to heat
Infections in skin folds
Fatigue
Depression
Feeling of shortness of breath
Signs of Obesity
The main signs also derive from the magnitude of the excess weight, the most frequent being:
- Acanthosis nigricans (a skin disorder, characterized by the presence of hyperkeratosis and hyperpigmentation in the skin folds and armpits).
- Stretch marks (due to distension and rupture of the elastic fibers of the skin), vinous in the case of obesity due to endocrinological alteration (Cushing).
- Swelling and varicose veins in the lower limbs.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) score greater than 30.
- Waist circumference greater than 37 inches in men and 34.5 inches in women.
- High blood pressure level > 140/90 mmHg.
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Overweight is having extra body weight from muscle, bone, fat, and/or water. Obesity is having a high amount of extra body fat.
A BMI (or body mass index) calculator is a tool that measures your body fat based on your height and weight. Calculating your BMI will help you determine if you’re underweight, a healthy weight, overweight or obese.
Why Is a Healthy Weight Important?
Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health and can help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. If you are overweight or obese, you are at higher risk of developing serious health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers. That is why maintaining a healthy weight is so important: It helps you lower your risk for developing these problems, helps you feel good about yourself, and gives you more energy to enjoy life.
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Asking for help is hard. We make it easy.
Tell us how you’ve been feeling. It only takes about 5-10 minutes. This can help us understand how you are feeling before your first visit.
An experienced medical provider will go through your current symptoms, personal history and medical history.
Or Virtual Visit
An experienced medical provider will go through your current symptoms, personal history and medical history.
Treatment typically includes metabolic assessment, medication, and supportive strategies and consultation. We manage your medication and track your progress.
Is my privacy protected If I do virtual visits?
Yes, your privacy is our priority and all of your information (such as online assessment forms and medical notes) is confidential and protected under HIPPA Privacy Rule. No matter if it’s a virtual visit or an office visit, Altheda Medical Center offers discreet appointments with medical professionals. With virtual visits, we simplify the experience by delivering affordable online medical care from the comfort of your home. Of course, if you want to see us in-person, you are more than welcomed to do so by completing your assessment and scheduling an in-person appointment with us.
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We understand how you feel and we’re here for you. Our medical providers are available now to help get you feeling better and reaching your goals as soon as possible.
Our medical team will work with you to find the best treatment for your unique situation. Together, we can do this.
Why Choose Altheda?