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Are the appetite suppressants safe?
- The prescription appetite suppresants that we use are shown to be safe and effective for controling hunger. They are FDA approved and are recommended by the National Institute of Health for the treatment of weight loss.
- Absolutely not. The combination of Phen/Fen was popular in the 1990's but they discovered that this combination caused cardiac complications and the medication was taken off the market.
- We utilize the 'good Phen' in Phen/Fen. The only medications that we use are FDA approved and because of their long term safety and efficacy are recommended by the National Institute of Health.
- The supplemental injections that we use are a combination of vitamins, minerals and amino acids which include B-12 that help enhance your overall weight loss.
- They are a supplement to our program and help your body eliminate fat, control carbohydrate metabolism and helps your body's immune system while providing energy.
- No, the FDA approved appetite suppressant is what controls your appetite.
- The TYPICAL patient that follows our program will lose 5 to 10 pounds their 1st week and can experience 15 to 20 pounds weight loss during their 1st month.
- Our protocol requires that an EKG and blood work be performed during the initial visit.
- We require weekly visits to assess your progress, dispense your medication, and make any indicated changes that may be needed to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle.
- Our nutritional plan is proven to lower blood insulin levels which increase the body's ability to burn fat and curb sweet and starch cravings. We use a low calorie diet that consists of lean protein, favorable carbohydrates and good fats.
- Our weight loss program introduces a moderate amount of exercise that will significantly improve your overall health, well-being and quality of life.
- We suggest that you plan your schedule to allow at least an hour to an hour and a half for the initial visit.
- Dr. Garcia is the creator and co-founder of MEDI|ZONE, which combines the science of weight loss and the science of healthy eating. Dr. Garcia's MEDI|ZONE program is the exclusive provider of the leading health wellness and performance systems by Dr. Barry Sears, the best selling author of the Zone Diet series.
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- No, we are not. However, the Dr. Garcia Weight Management Program is the exclusive provider of Dr. Barry Sears' health wellness and performance systems.
- We provide the first steps to achieve a quick start to reach your weight loss goal. Our nutritional program is based on sound bariatric (weight loss) principles that will catapult you into the Zone way of life.