FAQ
- Q?Will I be able to follow your program when I travel?
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Yes. Our menus include foods that you will find in restaurants or anywhere away from home. The menus also offer the flexibility of using meal replacement shakes and bars or pre-packaged meals for added convenience while traveling. We have many clients who travel extensively and are able to lose weight successfully!
- Q?Do I have to count calories?
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Calorie counting is not necessary on any of our weight loss programs.
- Q?Do I have to take pills?
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The focal point our programs is healthy eating designed around real foods. We provide clients with a high-quality multi-vitamin and an essential minerals and calcium tablet to supplement their weight loss program. We also offer some natural herbs that can enhance the program’s success, but these are not a requirement to include in your program.
- Q?Do I have to exercise?
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While exercise is beneficial to a weight loss program, it is not a requirement during your weight loss phase of the program. An exercise regimen is encouraged, barring any physical limitations, because it can enhance your weight loss progress.
- Q?Do you offer menus for vegetarians?
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Yes, we offer vegetarian options for all of our weight loss programs.
- Q?What kinds of food can you eat while on your programs?
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Our weight loss programs include a healthy combination of fresh, wholesome foods, including lean meats, vegetables, fruits, dairy, starches, and fats. You can buy food from the grocery store and eat out in restaurants.
- Q?How often do I weigh in?
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It is recommended that you visit the center on a regular basis, two to three times per week. Appointments are not necessary; you weigh in at times that are convenient for your schedule.
- Q?How old do you have to be to participate in your weight loss programs?
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Individuals must be 17 years old and have parental consent to participate in the program. Individuals who are 18 years old or older may participate without parental approval.
- Q?How will I maintain the weight loss once I reach my goal?
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Each of our programs includes a 6 month maintenance plan that teaches you how to maintain your healthy weight for life!
- Q?Am I under any obligation during my initial consultation?
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Absolutely not. The consultation is a free, no-obligation visit to provide you with information on Physicians WEIGHT LOSS centers’ programs.
- Q?Are your weight loss programs safe and medically sound?
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Yes, our weight loss programs are designed by board-certified physicians and registered dieticians. Each center is staffed with physicians and nurses, as well as certified weight loss counselors. We are a long-standing, reputable company that works alongside the local medical community to promote healthy living.
- Q?How is Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® different from other weight loss programs?
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While many weight loss centers promote pills, pre-packaged meals, or even surgery to stimulate weight loss, Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® emphasizes educating you on the proper nutrition needed to lose weight and get healthy. Most of the menus are designed around real food from the grocery store with protein supplementation added during the weight loss phase of the program to protect lean muscle mass.
- Q?What does it mean to be medically supervised?
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Medical supervision is crucial to a weight loss program. Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® is medically supervised, with board-certified physicians and nurses on staff and in the centers, which means you can take comfort in knowing that your weight loss is safe and effective. Your health improvements will be measured not only by the pounds you lose, but also by the improvements in your blood cholesterol, blood glucose, and blood pressure, just to name a few. Other weight loss centers may say they are medically directed, but they may not have a board-certified staff available to you.
- Q?How much do your programs cost?
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Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® offers you a wide range of weight loss programs tailored to fit any lifestyle. Our six specially designed weight loss and nutrition systems have been specifically created to help you start losing pounds and inches right away. Each diet is nutritionally designed by our licensed dietitian to help you get the proper amount of protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs specific to each diet system. The cost is dependent on how much weight you have to lose, any health issues, and which program you will best fit your lifestyle.
- Q?How are Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers®’ programs adjusted for different lifestyles?
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It just doesn’t make sense to put every individual on the same weight loss plan because each situation is unique when dealing with weight issues. There are several factors that help us determine which program is the best fit for you, including:
- The amount of weight to lose
- Activity level
- Underlying medical conditions
- Lifestyle
When the weight loss program is a good fit for you, then your success is just that much greater!
- Q?What does Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® mean by ‘with you every day, every pound of the way’?
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If you’ve ever tried to lose weight on your own, you’ve probably experienced difficulty in holding yourself accountable, especially when ‘getting stuck’ or plateauing with your progress, which can lead to frustration and discouragement.
This is where Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers® can really help! Clients receive one-on-one guidance from a very knowledgeable, professional staff. Not only do we explain why you’re plateauing, but we offer solutions to get the scale moving again. We can ease your frustration and keep the motivation strong! We are there for you every day, every pound of the way, and especially for those stubborn ones!
- Q?How much weight can I expect to lose on your program?
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Depending on how much weight you need to lose and the program chosen, you can expect to lose between 2 to 5 pounds or more per week.
- Q?How do I get started?
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Call 402-483-7952 or schedule your free consultation online. During the 45 minute consultation we will review your medical history and lifestyle information, determine your healthy weight, and give you specifics on the program that will work best for you!