Obesity is a significant challenge in America, with one in three adults being overweight. The issue stems from unhealthy eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, environmental factors, and genetics. That makes weight loss and dieting a common conversation between patients and their providers, often concerning chronic conditions that weight loss can improve. That’s why quick solutions like the popular weight loss injections are appealing to so many. Unfortunately, they aren’t always as sustainable as natural weight loss programs and come with risky side effects. If you’re one of the millions of Americans considering different weight loss treatments, let’s dig into the pros and cons of natural weight loss and trending weight loss injections.
Pros of Natural Weight Loss
Natural weight loss methods, like those offered with Maragal Medical’s NutriHealth Weight Loss Program, provide a more sustainable and holistic approach. Here’s what you’ll learn: :
- Long-term Benefits of a Healthy Diet: Eating fiber-rich foods and whole grains will benefit your health long-term.
- Benefits of exercising regularly: Physical activity is linked to the prevention and management of many diseases, including cancer and diabetes. Plus, it’s good for your mental health.
- Importance of gut health: Your gut needs the right balance of bacteria to prevent infection and inflammation. Turning to quick solutions like injections may not deliver the right prebiotic and probiotic foods your digestive system needs.
The Downside of Weight Loss Injections
Like all things that provide quick results without much effort, weight loss injections come with some drawbacks:
- The results can be temporary: Since weight loss injections don’t address the root causes of weight gain or promote overall health, they can make long-term success more challenging. In fact, there is a high risk of weight regain after stopping.
- Potential side effects: According to the Obesity Medicine Association, the most common side effects include nausea, dizziness, and dependency.
- There are a lot of unknowns. As Johns Hopkins notes, doctors aren’t exactly sure how the drugs work. There are questions with the impact of slowing down of food through the digestive system and concerns patients on certain weight loss injections could have complications during sedation.
NutriHealth Weight Loss: The Customized Plan That Works
The NutriHealth Weight Loss Program is more robust than other natural weight loss programs out there, because of the level of customization. This program:
- Personalized to you: NutriHealth’s program is personalized to fit your unique lifestyle, medical history, allergies, and sleep habits. This tailored approach ensures your weight loss journey aligns with your specific needs, unlike generic injection plans.
- Takes a holistic health focus: Natural weight loss with NutriHealth targets key areas that impact weight loss:
- Balance Your pH: Maintaining a balanced pH is vital for health and weight loss. NutriHealth uses nutrient-rich foods, hydration, and natural supplements to achieve this.
- Regulate Hormones: Hormones control metabolism, fat storage, and hunger. NutriHealth’s program aligns your hormones with your weight loss goals for more effective results.
- Eliminate Toxins: Toxins can disrupt your body’s balance, leading to weight gain and health issues. NutriHealth’s detoxifying supplements and wholesome diet help purify your body.
- Is sustainable for the long-term: Unlike injections, NutriHealth empowers you with lifestyle changes that promote long-term health. You’ll benefit from balanced pH, regulated hormones, and a toxin-free body, leading to lasting weight management.
Watch this video from Dr. Marciello and Dr. Gallagher as they explore medical weight loss programs, and compare them against weight loss injections.
Get the Benefits of Natural Weight Loss
Weight loss injections are tempting, with their promise of quick results. But changing your lifestyle is the only way to truly achieve long-term, sustainable weight loss. At Maragal Medical, our NutriHealth Weight Loss Program sets you up for success — it’s a science-backed approach with personalized guidance and the one-on-one support you need from health experts. Book an appointment online or call our office at 978-537-0555 to learn more about this program and get the results you deserve.