More than 100 million American adults are obese, putting their health at risk and potentially shortening their lives. Unfortunately, trying to lose weight can be a considerable challenge that people struggle with for years.
Losing weight doesn’t just involve cutting calories and hitting the gym. At Hopkins MD, we know that a successful and sustainable weight loss journey takes a personalized, whole-body approach.
That’s why we combine expert medical care with integrative wellness tools, including nutrition counseling and targeted supplements to support your success every step of the way.
When you limit your calorie intake in order to lose weight, you naturally limit the variety and quantity of food you eat. This makes it harder to get all the nutrients your body needs to stay energized, support your metabolism, and maintain overall health.
That’s where nutrition counseling comes in. Hopkins MD’s health and wellness coach, Julie Barker, works alongside you to ensure your diet is balanced and supports your weight loss goals. However, even a healthy diet needs a boost, especially when certain nutrients are missing.
Research shows that being overweight or obese often goes hand-in-hand with low levels of key vitamins and minerals. Even if you eat regularly, your body might not absorb nutrients as effectively due to inflammation, poor gut health, or other metabolic changes linked to excess weight.
Here are just a few examples of micronutrients commonly lacking in people with weight problems:
When your body lacks these essential nutrients, it can slow your metabolism, increase fatigue, weaken your immune system, and even make it harder to lose fat. That’s why Dr. Hopkins incorporates nutritional supplements into your personalized weight loss plan.
Let’s take a closer look at our most recommended supplements.
OmegaHealth is a highly purified, high-dose omega-3 supplement that supports heart and metabolic health. Your body can’t make omega-3 fatty acids for itself, so you have to get them from food or supplements.
For overweight or obese patients, OmegaHealth provides the following key benefits:
Studies show that subjects taking omega-3 during weight loss programs lose significantly more belly fat than those on the same diet who aren’t taking the supplement. Belly fat is associated with increased risks for problems like cardiovascular disease.
Many people don’t get enough omega-3s from diet alone, especially if they eat little or no fish. OmegaHealth fills that gap and gives your cardiovascular and metabolic systems the support they need.
MetAssist is one of our favorite tools for helping patients lose weight faster and more effectively. It includes a blend of nutraceuticals — natural compounds with health-boosting benefits designed to:
MetAssist helps patients lose more body weight while staying fit and healthy. It can also make a meaningful difference for anyone looking to surmount a weight loss plateau or accelerate progress when diet and exercise alone aren’t enough.
We also use Cornerstone Wellness meal replacement shakes as part of our medical weight loss programs. These delicious, creamy shakes contain vitamins at up to 450% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) and all 72 minerals.
At Hopkins MD, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all diets or quick fixes. Your weight loss plan is built around your unique health profile, lifestyle, and goals. Whether you’re taking part in our GLP-1 weight loss program or working toward better wellness on your own terms, our team helps you stay on track with the right tools and support.
Nutritional supplements like OmegaHealth and MetAssist aren’t just add-ons — they’re part of a larger strategy to help your body function at its best. Combined with personalized behavioral health coaching and medically guided care, they can make a big difference in your ability to lose weight and keep it off.
If you’re interested in joining the weight loss program at Hopkins MD or want to learn more about how nutritional supplements can support your journey, we’re here to help. Call our office to schedule an appointment, or complete the online form to get started.
