Everywhere you turn there is new diet trend preaching the key to weight loss success. “Intermittent fasting, ketogenic, paleo, whole 30, vegan, low-fat, low-carb…” it’s enough to make you question if any food is healthy. In 2017 it was estimated that $66 billion was spent in the weight-loss industry1, yet the statistics show that the rate of obesity continues to rise. As of 2016, nearly 71% of American adults aged 20 and over were documented as overweight or obese (BMI greater than 25 lb/in2)2, nearly a 20% increase over the past 25 years.
This begs the question – where are we going wrong?
The answer is that there is no such thing as one perfect diet. Individual responses to diets vary tremendously, which is why a one-size fits all approach is proving to fail. Emerging research indicates that a highly personalized approach with ongoing support and interaction is likely a better indicator for weight loss success than a trendy diet3. Here at Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health we have an interdisciplinary team that provides the tools required to achieve long-term, sustainable weight loss success. Our individualized, non-diet approach focuses on all the components of your health: medical, behavioral, nutrition, physical activity and sleep. Our approach is that one size does not fit all, but that the treatment must be tailored to your lifestyle and needs.
Interested in learning more? Contact us at 224-407-4400 or visit our website: www.compgihealth.com.