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Weight Loss Plus

This comprehensive Weight Loss Program is designed for those who are not only looking to shed excess pounds but also identify and address underlying causes of weight issues. For many people, the matter extends beyond mere dietary intake and physical activity. A range of factors, including thyroid irregularities, hormonal fluctuations, stress, medication effects, inadequate exercise, metabolic disorders, and more, can contribute to weight-related challenges. Every individual possesses a distinct health journey, and as such, our approach to weight loss is customized to cater to the specific needs and health goals of each person.

How is Works

After gaining a thorough understanding of your medical history and weight issues, we’ll begin by doing advanced testing to determine any root causes for your weight issues. We’ll take a focused look at how your body is performing, and determine the right course of action. Prescription medications to aid in weight loss may be recommended.

Lab Evaluation

Includes:

-Body composition analysis (body fat/muscle mass)
-Sex hormone levels (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone)
-Stress hormones (cortisol, DHEA) -Complete thyroid evaluation
-Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Ferritin
-Metabolism (blood sugar metabolism A1C, fasting insulin)
-Kidney and liver function -Lipid Panel (cholesterol and triglycerides)
-Inflammation markers (homocysteine, hs-Crp)

Where appropriate we may test for

-Evaluation of current nutritional status
-Comprehensive digestive analysis for gut health and microbiome analysis
-Exposure to heavy metals
-Genomic testing for inherited risk factors including MTHFR
-Advanced cardiovascular risk factors
-Food sensitivity testing- helps determine inflammatory causes.
-Estrogen metabolism for cancer risk

Your Plan

After tests are complete and your baseline is established, you’ll have an extended appointment to discuss a personalized plan to optimize your health and weight loss efforts. Depending on your goals, this may include weighgt loss medications, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and personalized supplement recommendations specifically tailored to you. You’ll receive a customized health binder that includes your test results and your personalized wellness plan. During your program, you’ll check in monthly with Dr. Sidhu. At the end of the program lab tests will be repeated. You’ll have another in-depth appointment during which your progress will be discussed and we will update your wellness plan to help you stay well and decide on an ongoing course of treatment to keep you on your path to a healthier you.