MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Most people will agree that the most important part of any weight loss program is the ability of the people to maintain the weight they lose.  When a medical problem stood in the way of losing and then maintaining weight loss, it will be surprisingly easy to keep the weight off once that issue is adressed and treated. Of course you will be taught how to change any behaviors and habits that may have led to the weight gain.

There is nothing about how quick or slow the weight is lost that determines whether a person will gain weight back. There is not a diet made that by itself guarantees the absence of weight regain. It is only through the treatment of any medical issues first, education on nutrition throughout a program of how NOT to burn muscle, and continued exercise after the weight is lost, that assures maintenance of weight loss.

Dr. Ashworth's programs are extremely healthy and he measures your resting metabolic rate at the beginning and at the end! This takes out the guesswork found in so many other programs when it comes to keeping the weight off. Once they have lost their weight, patients are encouraged to see the doctor every 60-90 days to help ensure they are still on track. All patients will receive low glycemic index food programs that are based on their new weight and higher metabolic rate!

The ending resting metabolic rate helps us determine what calorie count and exercise program is appropriate. Patients can continue to utilize the shakes as part of their daily eating regimen also. Patients will be able to purchase supplements if they choose and be tought how to track their exercise and eating. The medical shake supplements and meal regimens can be delivered straight to your front door!