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Why should I join the Weight & Risk Factor Management, an HMR™ Program and not another weight loss program? |
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Good question. Studies show that the majority of patients
with a significant
amount of weight to lose join programs that result, unlike ours, in only
minimal weight loss. Further, unlike our Program, other weight loss programs
do not have an effective, experienced, weight loss maintenance
phase. Again, as Dr. Motto says, “Weight loss is not a cure for overweight
and obesity, but only the first step in a lifelong weight management effort.” |
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Q. Is the program doable? |
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The program is most certainly doable as attested
to by the many patients who have successfully completed
it and not only lost an average of 60 lbs. but kept it
off (see Frank and Jennifer’s
testimonials). Again,
the experience of finally losing a goodly amount of weight
is very motivating and the major
factor in the program’s “doability.” Additionally,
our team is always there to provide support and help patients
succeed.
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Q. Will I be hungry? |
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You might experience hunger the first few days after
you begin the program as your body adjusts. Because the
meal replacements are very satisfying, hunger has not been
a major concern. In addition, patients are encouraged to
take as many meal replacements as they need to satisfy
their appetite and to stay with the diet. The number of
replacements you are prescribed is the minimum number you
should consume. You can go above the 800 or 1,200 calorie
limit, so long as you eat only HMR™ products. Dr. Motto
will discuss with you the minimum number of calories you
must consume daily (never less than 800) depending on your
starting weight and the presence of additional medical
or other problems. For example, a patient who weighs over
300 lbs. would not be advised by Dr. Motto to consume the
same number of daily calories as a patient who weighs 200
lbs. Your diet will be individualized for you
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| Q. |
Why can’t I eat “regular food” when
I join your Program? |
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The only way for you to lose weight is to take in fewer
calories than you need to maintain your weight (i.e. you
must deficit calories). This is very difficult to do in our
environment where lots of “regular food” is always
so and too available.
Scientific studies have consistently demonstrated that a structured “no
decision” weight loss plan using meal replacements (which are “real
food” in pre-packaged, calorie controlled portions) is the most effective
way to achieve significant weight loss in a
timely and motivating way. While losing pounds, you will see that you can actually
lose if you successfully restrict calories. Proving to yourself that you can
do it, plus the techniques you’ll learn from our team, will carry over
into Maintenance and help ensure that you will keep your lost weight off. “After
all,” asks Dr. Motto, “isn’t looking good and being healthier
what keeping your weight off is all about?” |
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My friends and family say that I’ll regain
all my weight when I go back to eating regular food. What
do you
have to say about that? |
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No, you need not regain your lost weight! This is a
very popular myth about successful dieting and weight loss
in general. First of all, as Dr. Motto says, “Diets
do work but only if you change your behavior and lifestyle
to reflect the realities of your lower weight.” But,
to do this you will need our help. This is why we strongly
advise that you join our Maintenance Phase after you lose
weight. During Maintenance, we will work with you to help
you continue to practice the behavior and lifestyle changes
that Dr. Motto talks about. Although this will not guarantee
that you will keep your weight off, continuing in our Maintenance
Phase will give you the best chance to do this. HMR™’s
national Maintenance statistics are that 1,000 consecutive
patients from 32 HMR™ programs have kept of an average of
43 lbs over an average of 2-1/2 years. Our Maintenance statistics
parallel the national. |
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Q. Is the HMR™ diet safe? |
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Yes, the HMR™ meal replacements – shakes, entrees,
and bars – are “real food” in measured,
prepackaged portions without any medications or additives
and consist of high-quality ingredients containing protein,
carbohydrate, and fat, plus good amounts of potassium, calcium,
and other elements. With the accompanying multivitamin tablets,
the meal replacements contain 150% of USDA’s daily
recommended vitamins and minerals. The quality of the HMR™ products (which our patients report are the best tasting
among all supplement products), in a minimum amount of 800
to 1,200 calories per day, plus medical supervision, help
assure the safety of our HMR™ Program. |
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If Weight & Risk Factor Management, an HMR™ Program is
so safe, why will I need a medical evaluation before and
medical supervision during your Program? |
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This is an elective, very effective weight loss program
and as such, your safety is our main concern. In and of themselves,
overweight and obesity are associated with increased health
risks. When you add obesity’s associated medical conditions – diabetes,
heart disease, sleep apnea, arthritis, sudden death, high
blood pressure to name a few, plus the medications and treatments
for these conditions – medical supervision is advisable
during effective weight loss (e.g. with weight loss the dosage
of medication needs to be monitored and often changed). Using
your starting weight and general health risk, Dr. Motto will
determine how much medical supervision you need. Dr. Motto
recommends that you have a primary care physician with whom
he can work, especially if you have a medical condition other
than obesity. |
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| Q. |
I’ve heard Weight & Risk Factor Management,
an HMR™ Program is expensive. Is it? |
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Our HMR™ Program provides intensive services – weekly
M.D. and nurse visits, bi-weekly laboratory testing, weekly
group sessions with experienced behavioral health educators,
personalized coaching, additional weekly phone contacts – all
to ensure your safety and success. Considering the intensity
and comprehensiveness of the weekly services you will be
receiving, we believe our costs are manageable and not excessive
as well as in line with such weekly services as personal
trainers or counselors. The cost of the HMR™ meal replacements
will to a great extent be offset by the fact that you will
not be buying food from grocery stores or restaurants. When
all of this is taken into consideration, our Program’s
cost will more than be covered by your attainment of better
health and the good feeling you’ll have taking control
of your life. |
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| Q. |
Will my insurance cover any of Weight & Risk Factor Management, an HMR™ Program’s costs? |
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Because our Program is medically supervised, your insurance
may cover all or part of it. You must check with your insurance
company. We will provide you with the proper documents to
send to your insurance company so that you may obtain whatever
reimbursement you are entitled to. |
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How do I start? |
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See How to Start or simply
call us at (847) 437-5500 Ext 4139. |
