How much weight should I expect to lose?
On average, patients can expect to lose 1 to 3 pounds per week throughout the course of the program. Accelerated weight loss may occur in the early weeks.

Is the Medical Weight Management Program covered by my Health Insurance?
These services are generally not covered by health insurance.  You may check with your insurance provider to see if they will cover the program costs.

Do I need a referral from my primary care physician before attending the orientation session?
No. However, your primary care physician will be kept informed of your weight loss progress and will continue to manage all of your medical issues.

Are there physical benefits from losing weight besides looking and feeling better?
Yes. Research has shown that weight reduction can have a positive impact on managing hypertension, normalizing blood sugar levels, and lowering cholesterol for many people.

Is a full liquid fast medically safe?
When medically supervised, the use of a full liquid fast is safe and effective for weight loss.

Will I feel weak or fatigued while on the meal replacement program?
You should not feel weak or fatigued as a result of the meal replacements. The meal replacement program is designed to prevent caloric deprivation, provide complete nutrition, and stimulate your body to derive most of your caloric needs from your body's fat stores. This process eliminates hunger and fatigue.

Is rapid weight loss bad for my health?
Rapid weight loss using the full fast supplement in combination with medical supervision is safe and healthy. On the other hand, rapid weight loss produced by unsupplemented fasting or fasting with inferior products can cause your body to use lean muscle tissue as a source of fuel. This can jeopardize your health and make weight maintenance difficult. The products used in our program are formulated to protect lean muscle mass and to use fat stores as fuel, thereby eliminating these risks.

Are there negative side effects from using a full fast weight loss plan?
Most people who use nutritional meal replacements experience no negative side effects at all. A small number of people experience minor and temporary hair-thinning during the Active Weight Loss phase. Like the temporary hair loss that often occurs during pregnancy, this is almost always reversible. Some people experience episodes of light-headedness.

Does The Lifestyle Center Medical Weight Management Program offer treatment using medications?
Weight loss medications are not part of the program. You will be evaluated individually before you enter the program. Treatment of any medical conditions will be through your primary medical doctor.

May I declare any part of this program as a tax deduction?
Consult your tax adviser for details.

Once I lose my weight, what can I do to keep it off?
There are four crucial steps to successful weight maintenance. The stronger your commitment to each of these areas, the more likely you are to maintain your weight: