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How can your doctor help you?
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People all over the world have decided that they want to do something positive about their weight. By getting help from their doctor to achieve long-term weight loss, they have taken that crucial first step – and you can too! Your doctor can offer you treatment options that work alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise to help you achieve sustainable weight loss safely and effectively. With the help of your doctor, you’ll get the extra support you need and the comfort of peace of mind. |
Talking to your doctor
It’s normal to be self-conscious when you talk to your doctor about losing weight, especially if you imagine that your doctor will regard it as a trivial issue. On the contrary, because of the medical implications of being overweight, your doctor will likely be happy that you are doing something so positive for your health.
When speaking with your doctor, it is vital that you make it clear why you want to lose weight and explain the impact being overweight is having on your life. If you don’t know how to start the conversation with your doctor, you could say something like: “I’ve decided to lose weight, so I’m going to be more active and control my diet. But I’d also like to ask for your help. What treatment do you think is appropriate for me?”
To get the best response from your doctor, you might find these pointers helpful:
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Make weight loss the sole reason for your visit. Losing weight is an important subject so give it sole priority. If you mention it at the end of a conversation about a sore throat, for example, your doctor may think you are not very serious. Your doctor will also appreciate being given the time to discuss your weight loss decision with you fully. |
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Show your doctor you are realistic about losing weight. Losing weight requires a commitment from you too. Explain that you have made a serious decision to lose weight and that while you are conscious about sensible eating and the importance of exercise – you would also like to know more about the treatment options your doctor can offer. Taking along a food diary and an exercise sheet will help him understand the regimen you are planning. |
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Tell your doctor about your previous experience of trying to lose weight. Describe your eating habits, your physical activities and the hurdles you have experienced in the past that have kept you from sticking to your weight loss efforts. |
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Tell your doctor how being fat is making you feel. Beyond the physical aspects of losing weight, it might also help if you explain to your doctor how being fat is making you feel emotionally. This will allow your doctor to better understand the importance of helping you achieve your weight loss goals. If your doctor thinks it appropriate, you will be offered a treatment option that will help you achieve significant and sustained weight loss. So if you really are ready to change, talk to your doctor. |
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