• A healthier heart

• Improved blood pressure

• Decreased risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other secondary conditions

• Decreased strain on joints and lower back

• A better sex life

• Increased confidence

• Overall improved quality of life

If diet and exercise alone are not moving the needle on the scale and you have extra weight you need (or want) to shed, CoastalT has several options. To help you on your weight loss journey, we also offer supplements and both oral and injectable weight loss medications.

Duration of treatment will vary from person to person, depending on age, current weight, and other health conditions, along with their individual goals. Typically, treatment can last from 3-6+ months, depending on the amount of weight one needs to lose. For some individuals, their weight loss journey can take longer.

Individuals who have a BMI> than 30 with no other risk factors or for individuals with BMI> 27 with 1 or more weight related comorbidities (Hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol)

While we all want to lose unwanted weight quickly, at CoastalT, we do not believe in rapid weight loss (more than 1-3 pounds per week). Rapid weight loss is unhealthy and typically consists of water weight and muscle loss, not the excess fat that is unhealthy for us. An example of slow and steady weight loss for a 230 pound man amounts to 4-8 pounds per month, or 12-24 pounds in 3 months.

• Decreased appetite and food intake

• 15% reduction in body weight over several months

• Lowered blood pressure

• Improved A1C levels

• Lowered triglyceride levels

• Improved HDL cholesterol levels

Some people experience dizziness, fatigue, gastrointestinal issues (diarrhea, constipation, gassiness, nausea, vomiting, pain or bloating), and headaches. Gastrointestinal issues are the most common complaint when starting GLP1s. Side effects can be reduced by beginning on a lower dose and slowly increasing the weekly amount.

You are not a candidate if you have a medical history of:

• Thyroid medullary cancer.

• Gallbladder disease

• History of pancreatitis

• Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2)

During your weight loss journey, you will need to modify how you use food to meet your physical and emotional needs. As you lose weight, it is vital to learn a new way of nourishing your body to keep you in an optimal state and thriving. This will become a new lifestyle, and not just a "diet" for you.

Once you have achieved your weight loss goals, it is important to maintain your healthy weight. You will need to continue to:

• Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet that stays within your daily calorie needs and ensure you have an adequate protein intake

• Ensure you are meeting your recommended daily total water intake from foods, plain drinking water, and other beverages

• Engage in regular physical activity, including 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, or an equivalent mix of the two each week. An easy way to keep active is to make a goal to walk 10,000+ steps per day

• Maintain a consistent sleep schedule of 7–9 hours per night

• Taking steps to reduce day-to-day stress levels