At Apex Weight Solutions, we recognize and simultaneously target a wide range of health conditions directly associated with excess weight. Aside from well-known conditions such as elevated blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease, obesity is also linked to various cancers, such as pancreatic, uterine, ovarian, and kidney cancer.
Did you know that non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common form of liver disease worldwide? Fatty liver and cirrhosis can progress to liver failure and increase your risk of developing liver cancer.
Chronic medical conditions significantly impact your overall well-being and quality of life and oftentimes progress to end-organ damage, resulting in frequent hospitalizations, a higher burden of medications, and a lower life expectancy.
Addressing unhealthy weight can prevent, stabilize, or reverse the progression of your chronic medical conditions, reduce hospitalizations, and eliminate the need for polypharmacy. Take control of your health before it’s too late, and call us today.
The most common definition of Obesity is a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or greater. However, obesity medicine specialists also consider body fat percentage and waist circumference to account for your metabolic health.
Obesity stems from dysregulation of your body resulting in an unhealthy accumulation of fat mass surrounding your organs and within the abdomen.
It is important to recognize that obesity is not a reflection of your willpower! It is an unfortunate consequence of the complex mechanisms within the body. This mechanism was originally meant to ensure human survival but is now at odds with living in a modern society with easy access to highly processed foods.
Over time, your body learns to defend a new setpoint, aka a higher body weight, through metabolic maladaptation. This means that it is a chronic, relapsing condition that must be treated lifelong.
Oftentimes, weight loss is a difficult and emotionally challenging journey where you feel like you have to do it alone. At Apex Weight Solutions, we offer personalized weight loss plans with scientifically proven methods. Best of all, you no longer have to do this alone.
Diabetes is a medical condition that can occur from a lack of insulin production (type I) or depletion of insulin production (type 2), resulting in dysregulation of blood sugar levels. This means the body is unable to maintain a stable blood glucose level.
Persistently elevated blood sugar levels can cause long-term damage to your nerves, eyes, kidneys, and other vital organs.
Diabetes also increases the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
At Apex Weight Solutions, we target both weight loss and diabetes simultaneously through the use of prescription medications, such as Ozempic® and Mounjaro®.
Cardiovascular diseases include various conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. This includes conditions such as coronary artery disease, stroke, and peripheral artery disease.
Cardiovascular conditions are associated with the accumulation of plaque within your arterial walls and fatty deposits within your heart muscles, resulting in pro-inflammation and irreversible organ damage.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the United States.
At Apex Weight Solutions, we prescribe FDA-approved medications, such as Wegovy®, to help you achieve your weight loss goals and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common cardiovascular condition in which blood pressure consistently remains higher than normal.
This occurs through multiple different mechanisms, including dysregulation of the hormones responsible for blood pressure control and an overactive sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's stress response.
Excessive salt intake can also contribute to increased blood pressure.
Hypertension often goes unnoticed due to a lack of symptoms in its early stages. However, if left untreated, it causes significant damage and leads to serious complications.
At Apex Weight Solutions, we understand that weight loss improves blood pressure through various mechanisms.
Fatty liver disease occurs when more than 5% of the liver's weight is composed of fat, without any accompanying inflammation or scarring. Over time, however, additional accumulation of fat within the liver causes inflammation, and ultimately, irreversible damage.
Your liver plays a crucial role in processing nutrients, metabolizing medications, and removing toxins from your bloodstream. Excessive fat in the liver can lead to a fatty deposition, called hepatic steatosis, which can progress to fibrosis, cirrhosis, and, ultimately, liver failure.
The number one cause of liver failure in the United States is due to metabolic-associated fatty liver disease. At Apex Weight Solutions, we prescribe medications such as Tirzepatide, which has recently been shown to improve hepatic steatosis and may also reverse fibrosis.
Inflammation is a natural and essential biological mechanism that occurs in your body in response to injury, infection, or harmful stimuli. Although it is a protective mechanism, prolonged or chronic inflammation is a sign of dysregulation in the body, and it can wreak havoc in the long term.
Chronic medical conditions, cancer, and obesity all share a common disease process: metabolic dysregulation and pro-inflammation. At Apex Weight Solutions, we understand that pro-inflammation contributes to your chronic fatigue and lack of energy.
Our team collaborates with you to take back control of your health and improve your quality of life.
At Apex Weight Solutions, we are committed to helping you achieve weight loss and improve your health. Our dedicated team is here to provide guidance and support every step of the way.
To schedule your consultation, you can request an appointment online or give us a call at 708-797-3541.
