Horizon Weight Loss & Sculpting is dedicated to helping individuals achieve a healthier lifestyle through personalized weight loss programs and body sculpting services. With locations in Ashland, Ft. Mitchell, Lexington, Morehead, and Port Orange, they prioritize patient care in a friendly and supportive environment. Their team of experienced physicians offers tailored consultations, nutritional guidance, and various weight loss tools including dietary supplements and injections. By focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes, Horizon Weight Loss aims to empower clients to reach their weight loss goals effectively.
Understanding Horizon Weight Loss
Horizon Weight Loss is a medical weight loss center that is reliable and trustworthy. The industry of medical weight loss is still fairly young, making Horizon Weight Loss’s years in the business seem like a lifetime of experience. They are also the area’s low price leader for identical medications, offering faster and more reliable services.
Personalized Weight Loss Consultation
Horizon Weight Loss offers a FREE Personalized Weight Loss Consultation for all new patients. They look forward to meeting you and discussing your personal goals. You can call a Horizon Weight Loss location near you to schedule an appointment or submit the form to start the path of becoming a healthier you!
Program Inclusions and Expected Results
The Horizon Weight Loss program includes a healthy diet and exercise to produce the best results. However, it's important to remember that food intake, rates of metabolism, and levels of exercise vary from person to person, which means weight loss results will also vary. On average, their patients lose up to five to ten pounds within the first week, and as much as 20 pounds within the first month!
Dietary Supplements Offered at Horizon Weight Loss
While a healthy balanced diet often provides a source of vitamins and minerals, taking dietary supplements on top of your healthy diet may prove beneficial in ensuring your body has all the nutrients it needs each day. To safely reap the benefits of taking dietary supplements, your Horizon Weight Loss doctor will consult with you before taking any supplement to help avoid negative side effects and to be sure you get the most out of the recommended supplements.
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Horizon Weight Loss offers a range of supplements to support your weight loss journey. It is important to note that dietary supplements are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, and they are marketed as a solution or preventative measure for a number of disorders, or to supplement nutrients lacking in your diet.
Vitamin D3 5,000 I.U.
Vitamin D3 is a crucial nutrient for overall health, and supplementation may be recommended based on individual needs.
Chromium
Chromium is a naturally occurring mineral that is necessary for the body to metabolize the carbohydrates we consume. It is necessary for insulin to work correctly so we have the lowest insulin levels in our bloodstream possible. As we age we ingest more and more white carbs and we intake less chromium. Studies have shown that many overweight persons are low in chromium. This may contribute to insulin resistance and block weight loss. Many feel that chromium may help somewhat with sugar cravings.
Horizon Weight Loss uses the form of Chromium called chromium polynicotinate. Chromium is bonded to the vitamin Niacin forming what is called Glucose Tolerance Factor. Chromium picholinate is a popular form of chromium bound to picinolinic acid. In this form the picinolinic acid must be broken away from chromium and bound to Niacin in the body. Therefore they prescribe the form already bonded to the niacin.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 per day. Preferably one in the morning and one in the evening.
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Lipotropic Capsules (MIC-Lipo)
Horizon Weight Loss consulted their pharmacy to develop MIC-Lipo capsules based on their observation of current weight-loss protocols which include MIC-Lipo treatments. MIC is short for Methionine, Inositol, and Choline. These three nutrients together are called “lipotropic”. Lipotropic nutrients play an important role in the breakdown and metabolism of fat in the body. These compounds enhance the liver and gallbladders role by decreasing fat deposits and speeding up metabolism of fat and its removal. Lipotropic nutrients are also used to maintain a healthy liver. Medical clinics which specialize in lipotropic nutrients can create a specific formula, also known as MIC Combo, which has proven to be an effective aid in total fat loss. Methionine, Inositol, and Choline are the three ingredients which form MIC. MIC-Lipo has been shown to significantly assist patients in fat loss that are eating a low calorie diet.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 capsules daily. Preferably with your first meal of the day.
Daily Vitamins
Multivitamins are an important part of any weight loss program. It is important to supplement the vitamins and minerals you may not be getting when eating a restricted diet. This is very important to maintain a healthy immune system, mood, and energy level. Research shows it can also help promote weight loss.
In a new study of more than 85 obese women in China, those who took a multivitamin (with 29 vitamins and minerals, much like a “one-a-day” you find on store shelves), while continuing to eat their normal diets, lost an average of about three and a half pounds over six months. Those who took a placebo lost nothing. The findings, reported in February 2010 in the International Journal of Obesity, add to a growing field of research that links vitamins and minerals to weight loss. A study published in 2008 in the British Journal of Nutrition, for example, found that dieting obese men and women who took a multivitamin and mineral supplement lost the same amount of weight as dieters who took a placebo during a 15-week calorie-restricted eating plan. But the female supplement-takers reported feeling less hungry, said lead author Angelo Tremblay, Ph.D., an obesity researcher at Laval University in Quebec City. Being less hungry might make it easier to keep the weight off, says Tremblay.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 per day. Preferably one in the morning and one in the evening.
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Omega-3 Fish Oils
Essential is a medical term meaning the human body cannot make it; therefore we must consume it in our diet. We have three essential nutrients, water, 9 amino acids found in proteins, and 2 fatty acids called the Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. The fatty acids are building blocks of every cell wall in our body. These are important in every function and chemical reaction. These are important in metabolism, immunity (fighting infection), skin health, heart health, controlling cholesterol, mood swings, and most importantly for us, helping to control our weight. The average American diet is low in Omega 3 EFA.
Studies of rates of heart disease suggest a direct correlation between low EFA consumption and high insulin levels resulting in heart disease, and obesity. The less we control our insulin the more EFA we need. Fish oil capsules supply our EFA needs. We suggest 2000 to 3000 mgs of fish oil capsules daily. Remember, heating oils removes the benefits.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 per day, preferably with a meal.
Gut Healthy Probiotics
Gut bacteria is an internal ecosystem that helps your body to function. It’s strongly affected and influenced by dietary factors, which can then impact energy balance and weight gain. ‘Good’ bacteria is thought to work by reducing low-grade inflammation in the cells.
You’ve heard that probiotics contain all sorts of nutrients that help you stay healthy. And as it turns out, probiotics could help you lose weight, too, according to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. For the study, researchers from Laval University in Quebec instructed 125 overweight men and women to follow a 12-week weight-loss diet, followed by a 12-week maintenance period. Half of the participants also swallowed probiotic pills every day, and the other half got placebo pills. What happened? After the 12-week weight-loss period, the women who took the probiotic pills had lost 9.7 pounds, on average, while the women who took the placebos only lost 5.7 pounds. And then, after the 12-week maintenance period, the women who took the placebo pills maintained a stable weight-but the probiotics group continued to slim down, losing 1.8 more pounds, on average. By the study’s end, the women in the probiotics group also had less of the intestinal bacteria related to obesity in their systems.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 per day, preferably with a meal.
Starch Blockade - Kidney Bean Extract
White Kidney Bean extract is a carbohydrate blocker that works by inhibiting the digestion of starches. By inhibiting their digestion, starches that are eaten are either left undigested in the gut or the amount of which is digested is reduced. These starches are either excreted and their calories not absorbed, or they are given to colonic bacteria to ferment (eat).
When given to people who are not otherwise on a diet (during their highest carb containing meal), white kidney bean extract is able to reduce body weight and body fat levels similar to simple caloric restriction. In cases of overfeeding, white kidney bean extract can alleviate the expected increase of body fat gain and blood parameters like triglycerides and Blood Glucose over time. It is also possible that white kidney bean extract can protect against colon cancer in the same manner as soluble fiber.
The recommended dosage is to take 2 per day.
Vitamin Injections
Horizon Weight Loss also offers vitamin injections to help boost your energy, performance, and immune system.
B12 Injections
B12 deficiency symptoms include fatigue, depression, brain fog, hair loss, easy bruising and loss of balance. B12 injections are shots that contain high doses of vitamin B12, used to quickly elevate levels in someone with a deficiency. Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that’s crucial for many vital metabolic and hormonal functions - including the production of digestive enzymes and carrying important nutrients into and out of cells. Due to how it helps convert and synthesize many other compounds within the body, it’s needed for well over 100 daily functions. In order to guarantee hormones are functioning as they should, the body needs vital nutrients and minerals.
Lipotropic Injections
If diet and exercise are not enough to get you past a weight loss plateau, Lipotropic injections are an excellent addition to boost your metabolism and weight loss! These injections are specifically focused on burning fat by stimulating liver function, boosting metabolism, and delivering antioxidants that help the body break down fat cells.
Immunity Booster Injection
Horizon Weight Loss offers an Immunity Booster Injection for $25.
Addressing Common Questions About Weight Loss
Horizon Weight Loss answers some of the most common questions about weight loss.
The Facts About Fat
Avoiding foods that are high in saturated fat and cholesterol is one way to reduce your risk for heart disease. Despite what you may have heard, though, fats aren’t necessarily bad for you - your body needs a certain amount of fat to function. However, all fats are not created equal. This is how the different fats compare, and how they fit into a healthy eating plan. Trans-fats are produced during the processing of margarines and vegetable shortenings. Any processed foods made with partially hydrogenated oil (read the label for ingredients) contain trans-fatty acids, which also raise cholesterol levels.
Will I Go Hungry?
No, not at all. The program at Horizon Weight Loss is different from many mainstream weight loss programs in that it is not based on prepackaged foods. We encourage a diet that consists of real, grocery-store food.
Calories and Their Importance
Losing, gaining or maintaining your weight depends on how many calories you take in and use up during the day. If you don’t take in enough calories to meet your body’s energy needs, your body will use the stored fat. People who want to lose weight often focus on counting the number of calories they take in, but overlook the calories they expend. A calorie represents energy. Each pound of fat your body stores represents 3,500 calories of unused energy. To lose one pound, you have to create a deficit of 3,500 calories by taking in 3,500 less calories over a period of time than you need, or doing 3,500 calories worth of exercise. Adding 15 minutes of moderate exercise to your daily schedule will use up 100 extra calories per day.
Exercise: Finding What's Right for You
Our bodies need regular activity, especially if they are carrying around extra weight. Satisfying this need requires a definite plan, and a commitment. Although any kind of physical movement will burn calories, the type of exercise that uses the most energy is aerobic exercise. Regular aerobic exercise will improve your ability to use oxygen to produce energy needed for activity. You’ll build a healthier body and get rid of excess body fat.
Do different types of aerobic activities. Mix it up! Try walking one day, riding a bike the next. Make sure you choose an activity that can be done regularly, and is enjoyable for you. If music helps, blast the radio or wear a personal stereo. The important thing to remember is not to skip too many days between workouts or you’ll lose the fitness benefits. It is important to exercise at an intensity level that’s hard enough to cause your heart rate and breathing to increase. How hard you should exercise depends to a certain degree on your age, and is determined by measuring your heart rate in beats per minute. The heart rate you should maintain is called your target heart rate. Use a target heart rate guide to see what you should aim for. Beginners should maintain the 60 percent level of that figure; if you’re more advanced, you can work up to the 80 percent level. This is just a guide, however. Talk to your physician about the right heart rate for you.
In addition to the aerobic exercise, round out your program with muscle strengthening and stretching exercises. The stronger your muscles, the longer you will be able to keep going during aerobic activity, and the less chance of injury. If you have a physical limitation that you think might affect your fitness plans, talk with your health professional before you start any exercise. Be realistic - set short term goals. Vary your exercise program. It won’t be easy, especially at the start. Maybe you’ve never exercised before and you’re afraid to start. Or perhaps you’ve started an exercise program - more than once - that fell by the wayside. You don’t have to run a marathon. Start slow. Any regular exercise effort can translate into some gains in your health, especially if you increase from doing almost no exercise to exercising several days per week.
Insurance Coverage, Payment, and Program Eligibility
- Will my insurance cover any portion of the program’s cost? The best way to answer this question is to speak with your insurance provider directly.
- Will I be required to pay in advance or sign a contract? No.
- Will I be able to use a flex spending program or health savings account? Yes, if you have a credit card for the account.
- Can I participate in the program if I am currently on a variety of medications? Fortunately, there are very few medications which interact negatively with our medical weight loss program.
- Can I participate in the program if I have diabetes? Yes! Our medical weight loss program is closely supervised by a physician.
- Can I participate in the Horizon Weight Loss program if I am not overweight? To be eligible for the Horizon Weight Loss program, a patient must have a BMI of 27 or higher. In special situations, we may approve a patient who has a 25 or 26 BMI-the best course of action is to contact us to determine if you are eligible.
Obesity: Understanding and Addressing the Issue
According to The World Health Organization, obesity is “one of the greatest neglected health problems of our time.” Here at Horizon Weight Loss, we are dedicated to fighting the battle against obesity. With our help, you’ll obtain the fitness, maintenance, nutrition, and motivation you need to lose weight healthily.
Obesity affects millions of adults and is the 2nd leading cause of preventable death.
Success Stories and Testimonials
Sometimes the hardest part of making a big change is getting motivated. Get inspired by real men and women who have lost major pounds. View weight loss before and after photos of Horizon Weight Loss patients.
Here's what some Horizon Weight Loss patients are saying:
- "Wonderful staff, friendly & helpful. I have lost 12 lbs with their help, along with diet & exercise. Planning on losing a few more. I feel better and my blood pressure is down, thanks Horizon!"
- "The staff here was so friendly and helpful. I was able to express my concerns and future goals with them. The medicine has given me the extra push I need to help me achieve my goal weight. I highly recommend!" - Cheyenne Wilson
- "I’ve always had a very pleasant experience with Horizon Weight Loss. All of the staff have been friendly, kind and most supportive of my goal. I encourage others." - Fran Huffman
- "I’ve always had a very pleasant experience with Horizon Weight Loss. All of the staff have been friendly, kind and most supportive of my goal." - Evelyn Robinson
Meet the Team
Many patients don’t understand how to lose the weight and keep it off. We are here to help you understand the severity of being obese. We teach you about nutrition, help with you with exercise routines and provide you with the tools that you need to be successful.
Nurse Practitioner Allison Konen
“What I love working most at Horizon Weight Loss is being part of a team that is passionate about helping people want to lose weight.”
Conclusion
Horizon Weight Loss in Ashland offers a comprehensive approach to weight loss, combining personalized consultations, nutritional guidance, and various tools like dietary supplements and injections. By focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes and providing a supportive environment, Horizon Weight Loss empowers individuals to achieve their weight loss goals and lead healthier lives. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy medical weight loss center, Horizon Weight Loss is worth considering.
Contact Information
Horizon Weight Loss - Ashland
1140 Winchester Ave
Ashland, KY 41101