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How the best weight loss program in Dallas-Fort Worth includes nutrition and medical professionals

Dr. Divya Javvaji, MD
Prime MD Plus

Losing weight and getting back in shape can be one of the toughest personal challenges for most people.

If you are one of the millions of Americans trying to shed a few pounds, you probably know what I am talking about.

I mean, the crazy diets, the grueling gym sessions, and the cleanses; can bring even the toughest person to their knees.

And the worst part- not seeing the scale budge even a little bit. But is it really necessary to put your body through all of this? Is there a way to lose weight that will not starve you to death or exhaust you? Well, as it turns out, there is, and it is called a ‘Keto diet’.

If you haven’t been living under a rock for the last few years, you have at least heard about the Keto diet. Just in case you haven’t for some reason, allow me to elaborate a bit.

A ‘Keto’ diet is a diet that restricts the number of carbohydrates in your diet to a bare minimum. Rather than relying on carbohydrates or proteins, the keto diet relies mainly on fats to provide the bulk of calories needed for your body.

It is a radical departure from the ‘fats are bad for you’ propaganda that has been around for a long time. But the truth is that cutting down on carbs in your diet can have a huge impact on your journey to losing weight.

Don’t take my word for it, though; there is ample scientific evidence to back the keto diet.

And there is a growing list of celebrities and professional athletes who swear by the keto diet.

When you cut down the carbohydrates in your diet, the fat stored in your body starts to ‘oxidize.’ In other words, you reprogram your body to burn fat rather than store it. The result: you begin to lose weight and have more energy than you have had in years!

You can read more about the principle of the keto diet and how it works here.

Although the keto diet is awesome, it can be tricky for beginners to adapt, especially if you have just started.

Whether you have already made the switch or are thinking to hop on board the keto train, you have come to the right place.

This article will discuss managing your caloric intake and getting the best out of a keto diet. I will also be laying out a two-week keto diet plan that is easy to implement if just starting.

So, let’s get right into it.

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Why is planning necessary to lose weight on a keto diet successfully?

Planning is the key to success with keto. Although many people have had an amazing experience with the keto diet, a few have not.

Most failures are not that the keto approach does not work; it is because of a lack of compliance.

If you jump into the keto diet without a proper plan, there is a good chance that you will not be able to go through the early, challenging days.

Adopting a keto diet is a big change, and it can be difficult to cope with it if you don’t plan.

Many people make the mistake of not thinking it through before starting and set themselves up for failure.

The beauty of a keto diet lies in that success is almost guaranteed if you get through the initial testing phase. So, yes, planning is the way to go, as far as going keto is concerned.

What are macros?

One of the most important terms to understand regarding the ketogenic diet is ‘Macros.’

In simplest terms, macros (or macronutrients, in full) consist of three key nutrients most abundantly found in the food we eat- Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats.

Almost every food that you eat contains a varying amount of these three macronutrients or macros.

For instance, bread or potatoes predominantly contain carbohydrates, while meat largely includes proteins and fats. But the most important thing to remember is that almost anything you eat has all three.

How to calculate your macros?

So, the next obvious question is: what is the ideal proportion of these macros in a ketogenic diet?

Well, as a rule of thumb, a ketogenic diet will have the following proportion of the three macronutrients.

Carbs: 5-10%

Proteins: 15-20%, and

Fats: 70-75%

As you can see, this is a huge change in the way you have been eating these macros in your diet.

This is a huge change for you, whether you are coming from a carb-heavy or a protein-heavy diet.

If you want to achieve metabolic ketosis, then sticking to these limits matters the most.

If you are not following this pattern steadily, then there is a good chance that you will never achieve ketosis, and the whole exercise will be a gigantic waste of time.

How many calories should I eat?

It is perhaps one of the most common questions in the mind of any keto newbie.

There are two schools of thought in this regard. While some people think that calories don’t matter as long as you keep your macros in the proportions that we discussed, some beg to differ.

Your body is like a machine, and it works on energy; if you supply it with a limitless amount of power, the excess energy must go somewhere, right?

Besides, the energy balance of the human body is not a simple math equation. There are many variables involved, and there are a ton of other factors that dictate the state of the energy equilibrium.

Without going into the great details of the biology of the human body, let’s see the issues of calories in more familiar terms.

You want your body to burn off the stored fat if you’re going to lose weight, right? Well, this can’t happen if you supply all the energy that your body needs through the diet.

If your diet contains all the energy that your body needs to function, there is no incentive for your body to burn the stored fat.

So, yes, what you eat matters. Keeping track of your calorie counts is also important. I want to point out explicitly that counting calories matters, but it is useless until you have the proportions of your macros right.

I see people counting their calories all the time and feeling happy if they stay under whatever goal that they have set for the day.

But the truth of the matter is that if your diet contains the wrong proportions of the macros, the caloric restriction will not work as efficiently as you think it will.

When diet does not work

If you have been struggling to lose weight through diet and exercise, you are not alone.

According to the National Institutes of Health, more than one-third of adults in the United States are obese.

If you have been unsuccessfully trying to lose weight for six months or more, it may be time to consider a medical weight loss program.

Medical weight loss

These programs are designed to help people who are struggling with their weight to identify the underlying causes of their weight gain and develop a personalized plan for losing weight.

Weight loss centers offer a variety of services, including medical consultations, nutrition counseling, and exercise programs.

They can also provide helpful resources, such as support groups and educational materials.

If you are ready to take the next step in your journey to better health, consider contacting medical weight loss programs near you.

Medications

There are many different medications that can help with weight loss.

These medications can be very effective, but they must be used properly in order to be safe and effective.

Weight gain can be a major health problem, and it can lead to many other serious health problems.

Medications for weight loss can help to prevent weight gain, and they can also help to reduce the amount of fat that is stored in the body. 

In order to lose weight, you must burn more calories than you consume. 

Medications for weight loss can help you do this by suppressing your appetite or by increasing your metabolism. 

However, these medications should only be used under the supervision of a doctor, as they can have serious side effects if used improperly.

Non-surgical procedures

When it comes to weight management, there are a number of options available to patients.

For those looking to avoid surgery, there are a number of non-surgical procedures that can be effective.

These include non-invasive treatments using radiofrequency and or ultrasound technology.

There are a number of such devices that can be used to help break down fat cells, such as Emsculpt NEO.

This device uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy to target and eliminate fat cells as well as build muscle.

As a result, patients can experience significant weight loss without undergoing surgery.

However, it is important to note that these procedures should be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise plan as well as weight loss supplements approved by your doctor in order to be the most effective.

Weight loss surgery

For those who have been unsuccessful in losing weight through other means, weight loss surgery may be an option to consider.

However, it is important to note that weight loss surgery should only be considered as a last resort.

There are many risks associated with surgery, and the success rates vary from person to person.

There are also a number of non-surgical weight loss options available that you can find at a weight loss clinic.

These places can provide you with the support and resources you need to lose weight in a safe and healthy way.

If you are considering weight loss surgery, be sure to talk to your doctor about all of your options first.

How Prime MD Plus can help

Prime MD Plus is a medical clinic and medical spa that can help with weight loss if you have reached a plateau with diet and exercise.

They can help you achieve your goals without surgery. Their medical team will work with you to create a customized plan based on your body mass index (BMI).

The staff is highly trained and will work with you to develop a plan that is right for you.

During your consultation, we will also develop a customized treatment plan that fits your unique needs.

Our team of experienced medical professionals will then work with you to help you lose weight safely and effectively.

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Final thoughts

Dieting is a great way to get started on your weight loss journey.

However, if this does not work, there are easier options. The new Emsculpt NEO platform can help you burn fat, build muscle, and improve your core quickly without surgery or medication and with no downtime.

Professional help at a weight loss center may be a good option.

Prime MD Plus provides you with the best weight loss program in Dallas-Fort Worth (or at least one of the best) for weight loss non-invasively, with or without medication with a board-certified internal medicine doctor.

To learn more about losing weight effectively and the conditions we treat, check out primemdplus.com to schedule an appointment.

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