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The Healthy Woman
OB/Gyns & OB/GYNs located in Snellville, GA & Lawrenceville, GA
Maintaining a healthy weight is important for women of all ages. However, many women find it difficult to lose weight on their own. The Healthy Woman ObGyn offers assistance to women who want to lose weight in Snellville, Georgia and Lawrenceville, Georiga. This service is available to all patients at The Healthy Woman.
Weight Loss Q & A
Why is it important to maintain a healthy weight?
Failing to maintain a healthy weight can lead to many different complications. Being overweight or obese raises an individual’s chances of:
- Stroke
- Heart disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- High cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Certain cancers
- Chronic pain, especially in the back and knees
- Osteoarthritis
Patients who are overweight or obese are also more likely to become depressed or suffer from anxiety. While some complications may resolve if a patient loses weight, others may remain even after weight loss.
When is weight loss necessary?
Weight loss may be necessary when an individual’s body mass index, or BMI, is higher than it should be. BMI is a measure of a patient’s body fat content based on her height and weight. Although this measure isn’t perfect, it’s a good indication of whether a woman is at a healthy weight.
A woman with a BMI between 18.5 and 25 has a normal weight. Women with a BMI over 25 are considered overweight, while women with a BMI over 30 are considered obese. The higher the BMI, the more serious the patient’s condition is.
How can Dr. Slaughter help with weight loss?
Dr. Slaughter and her team are committed to helping every patient reach a healthy weight and maintain it over time. Her weight-loss program includes a combination of prescription medicine, vitamin supplements, a healthy diet, and exercise. Every treatment plan is customized to meet the needs of the individual patient.
The goal of weight-loss treatment at The Healthy Woman is to help the patient burn fat and reduce her weight in a healthy, safe manner.
How can patients lose weight and keep it off?
When attempting to lose weight, patients should always focus on making lasting lifestyle changes, as opposed to simply dropping weight as quickly as possible. Although patients at The Healthy Woman may use medications to boost their metabolism, Dr. Slaughter recommends a healthy diet and an appropriate exercise program. Patients should continue their healthy diet and exercise program even after reaching their goal weight.
Major Insurance Plans Accepted
At The Healthy Woman, we accept most major insurance plans. Here is a short-list of just some of the most popular plans we accept. Please also check with your insurance to make sure you use their preferred laboratory. Please contact our office if you do not see your insurance provider listed here.
