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Are you ready to get off the weight-loss roller coaster? Shawnie Perkins, MSPA, PA-C, Camden Messier, FNP-C and the team at Arbor Vitae Holistic Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina, provide expert help with weight loss. We utilize dietary and lifestyle strategies as well as supplements and medications such as GLP-1's when appropriate to help you achieve and maintain your goals. Call today or message us to schedule an appointment.
Weight Loss Q & A
Why is weight loss hard for me?
There’s no single answer to explain why weight loss is hard. But many people struggle with their weight because eating less and moving more isn’t always enough.
Nutrition and physical activity are the cornerstones of any good weight-loss program. However, other factors may make it more difficult for you to reach your weight goals, including genetics, sex, age, and health history.
Additionally, there are psychological factors attached to food and eating. Many people use food as a reward or a coping mechanism.
Arbor Vitae Holistic Medical Center is a functional medicine practice that focuses on finding the root cause of health issues like obesity. The team creates a treatment plan to address the root cause of your weight struggles, helping you and your body heal. This makes it easier for your body to shed extra weight and keep it off for good.
If you’re struggling to lose weight, the team at Arbor Vitae Holistic Medical Center can help.
What can I expect at my first weight-loss appointment?
The weight-loss program at Arbor Vitae Holistic Medical Center starts with a comprehensive medical history, physical exam, and some lab tests. The information the team gathers at this appointment helps direct your weight-loss plan.
How does weight loss work?
Your plan will vary based on your lab findings, health history and personal goals, but typically involves a nutrition and lifestyle plan, supplements and/or medications.
Call Arbor Vitae Holistic Medical Center today or schedule your weight-loss appointment online.