Weight Loss

If you’re carrying a significant amount of extra weight, medically supervised weight loss can help you feel and function better. At Valley Village Health Clinic, the professional team offers highly personalized weight loss support to residents of Valley Village, California. Book your visit today by calling the office or spending a few moments on the online scheduling page.

Why is weight loss so challenging?

The answer to this simple question is more complex than it seems. Many factors make it difficult to lose weight and maintain those results.

The American food supply plays a role. Fast food is available around the clock, and grocery store shelves are filled with highly processed, low-nutrient options.

Lifestyle habits are another major factor. Many people spend hours sitting in front of screens with limited physical activity. Your body is built to move, and a lack of exercise often contributes to weight gain.

Poor sleep quality and high stress levels also make weight loss more difficult. Taken together, it’s no surprise that the U.S. is facing an obesity epidemic.

Why is weight loss important to health and wellness?

Being overweight or obese can negatively affect nearly every organ and system in your body. The following health conditions are closely linked to excess weight:

• Heart disease

• Stroke

• Type 2 diabetes

• Gallbladder disease

• Osteoarthritis

• Kidney disease

• Sexual dysfunction

• Depression

• Sleep apnea

Even modest weight loss can significantly reduce your risk of developing these and other serious health issues.

How is medically supervised weight loss different?

While fad diets and extreme exercise plans may result in short-term weight loss, they’re often unsustainable—and sometimes harmful.

Medically supervised weight loss focuses on safe, evidence-based methods. You’ll work with a provider to learn how to properly nourish your body, incorporate realistic physical activity, and make lifestyle changes that support long-term results.

In some cases, medication may be part of your plan, but it’s always used alongside nutritional counseling, behavior support, and exercise guidance—not as a standalone solution.

The goal is to help you lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way while improving your overall wellness.

Ready to take the next step? Call Valley Village Health Clinic today or use the online booking tool to schedule your visit.