The Truth About Medical Weight Loss: How Successful Is It?

Medical weight loss is a growing industry in the UK. According to recent studies, medical weight loss is becoming an increasingly popular way to lose weight, with more and more people turning to medical professionals for help. However, is medical weight loss really as successful as people think? In this blog post, we will take a closer look at medical weight loss and find out just how successful it really is.

What is medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss is defined as  a medical treatment which helps people to lose weight. This can be done through a variety of methods, such as diet, exercise, and appetite suppressant medication.

How long does medical weight loss treatment take?

The length of your weight loss treatment  will depend on your individual case and medical needs. However, most medical weight loss programmes will last for a minimum of 12 weeks.

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What to expect from my first medical weight loss appointment?

When you attend your first appointment, the medical weight loss team will assess your current weight and health status. They will then develop a tailored plan for you, which may include lifestyle changes, a new diet, or medication.

What drugs can be prescribed as part of your treatment?

There are a few different types of weight loss medications that your doctor may prescribe. These include appetite suppressants, fat blockers, and metabolism boosters. Appetite suppressants work by reducing your hunger, while fat blockers prevent your body from absorbing fats from food. Metabolism boosters help to increase the rate at which your body burns calories.

At Bodyline we can prescribe the following medical weight loss treatments:

  • Phentermine –  This medication is used to help you lose weight by suppressing your appetite.
  • Diethylpropion –  This medication is used to help you lose weight by reducing your hunger.
  • Liraglutide/Saxenda –   This medication is used to help you lose weight by increasing your feeling of fullness.
  • MySimba – This is a medication to reduce food cravings.  Mysimba is a fusion of two drugs, 7.2mg of naltrexone and 7.8mg of bupropion. 

Is medical weight loss successful?

A 2016 study found that medical weight loss is a safe and effective way to lose weight. The study, which was conducted by the University of London, found that medical weight loss is an effective way to lose weight and keep it off in the long term. The study also found that medical weight loss is a safe and effective way to improve health.

We hope that this  blog post has helped to answer some of your questions about medical weight loss. If you are considering medical weight loss, we recommend that you speak to a medical professional to find out if it is the right treatment for you.

At Bodyline, our team of experts can help you to lose weight safely and effectively. Contact us today to book a consultation.

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Sally-Ann Turner

I am the founder and Managing Director of Bodyline. I am passionate about providing tailored medical wellness treatments and industry leading clinical support that really make a positive difference to people’s lives. I am currently working across industry sectors to innovate women’s health solutions that deliver better patient outcomes in peri menopause and menopause.

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