When you need help with your health and weight loss in Bradenton, FL, Dr. Jeremy McConnell of Discover Health can provide the support and tools you need to achieve your weight-loss goals. 

Improved Health

Being overweight or obese can lead to a variety of health issues that can shorten your life or make it much more difficult. Studies have shown that in the United States, more than 70% of adults older than the age of 20 are either overweight or obese.

High blood pressure is systolic pressure higher than 130 or diastolic pressure higher than 80. Being overweight can raise your risk of suffering from this condition, which is called a silent killer since there are no symptoms. Checking your blood pressure frequently is vital to your improved health. By lowering your blood pressure, you reduce your risk of stroke. 

High cholesterol tends to be higher when you are overweight or obese. It increases bad cholesterol (LDL) and lowers good cholesterol (HDL). For every 10 pounds overweight, your body produces ten extra milligrams of cholesterol daily. Losing as little as 5% of your body weight can cause a significant lowering of cholesterol. 

Type 2 Diabetes has many risk factors, but the leading one is obesity. Having a BMI of 35 raises your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 93%. Lowing caloric intake and increasing activity are the main components in reducing your risk of developing diabetes. 

Sleep apnea is prevalent in those who are obese, and just a small amount of weight loss can cause a dramatic reduction in apnea frequency. 

Coronary Heart Disease can result from diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure. The importance of weight loss in Bradenton, FL, can not be overstressed. 

Improved quality of life

Increased mobility is a benefit of weight loss in adults. Any extra weight puts additional stress on your joints and can make walking and being active painful. It doesn't take much weight loss to make moving easier. 

Getting better sleep and increasing your activity raise your mood and improve your respiration, giving you more energy. 

Increased libido is often an effect of weight loss, and the exact reason isn't fully known, but it may be self-esteem. 

Contact Us

Discover Health is here when you are ready to tackle weight loss in Bradenton, FL. Dr. McConnell will ensure you are not on your journey alone. Call our office to set up a visit at (941) 667-2796.