Weight Loss Doctors Mini Course: Losing It Right!
What you'll learn
- Create a sustainable, personalized weight loss plan tailored to your goals.
- Understand nutrition, metabolism, and their roles in weight management.
- Learn about common weight loss medications and when to seek medical advice.
- Build healthy habits and routines for long-term wellness and weight maintenance.
Requirements
- Seriousness in Wanting to Change Your Life: This course is designed for individuals ready to commit to making meaningful and lasting changes to their health and lifestyle.
Description
New! Now included with the course, you can join our invaluable Facebook community—where two board-certified doctors, a registered dietitian, and an exercise physiologist are here to support you, answer your questions, and help you reach your goals. It's an incredible opportunity to get a second opinion at no cost. While this isn’t medical advice, the insights and guidance you'll gain are truly empowering.
Are you ready to transform your health and achieve sustainable weight loss? This doctor-designed mini-course is your ultimate guide to slimming success. Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or have struggled with unsuccessful attempts in the past, this course provides the tools and knowledge you need to make lasting changes.
You'll learn how to create a personalized weight loss plan tailored to your lifestyle, master the basics of nutrition and metabolism, and build healthy habits for long-term success. The course also delves into weight loss medications, helping you understand their role, benefits, and risks, and when it’s time to seek professional medical advice.
This course is perfect for busy individuals who want practical, time-efficient strategies designed by board-certified doctors specializing in obesity medicine. With engaging lessons, actionable insights, and proven techniques, you'll gain the confidence to overcome challenges like emotional eating, cravings, and plateaus.
By the end of the course, you'll have a clear, sustainable path to achieving your weight loss goals and maintaining them for life. Join now and take the first step toward a healthier, happier you—because you deserve it!
No prerequisites required—just a commitment to change your life for the better!
Module 1: Understanding Weight Management
Why weight management matters.
The impact of excess weight on health and your role in the journey.
Module 2: How Your Body Works
Discover metabolism, hormones like leptin, ghrelin, and insulin, and how genetics influence weight.
Module 3: Building Healthy Habits
Master mindful eating, set realistic goals, and overcome challenges to build a foundation for success.
Module 4: Nutrition and Eating Well
Explore the top diets like the Mediterranean Diet, DASH, and Weight Watchers. Learn about fiber's role and the importance of hydration.
Module 5: Getting Active and Moving
The benefits of physical activity, creating exercise plans, and balancing cardio with strength training.
Module 6: When Medical Help Is Needed
Dive into FDA-approved medications like Wegovy, Saxenda, Contrave, and Qsymia. Explore bariatric surgery and combining medical and lifestyle approaches.
Module 7: Managing Your Mind and Emotions
Tackle emotional eating, build mental resilience, and find support for long-term success.
Module 8: Staying on Track Long-Term
Prevent weight regain with strategies for maintenance and lifestyle changes.
Module 9: Special Situations and Considerations
Address weight management for kids, during pregnancy, and as you age.
Module 10: Weight Management in Common Health Conditions
Tailored strategies for PCOS, menopause, and diabetes management.
Module 11: The Role of Supplements in Weight Loss
Understand how supplements like vitamins, minerals, protein powders, and probiotics can support your weight loss goals when combined with a healthy lifestyle.
Module 12: Tools and Resources for Success
Reliable resources, progress tracking, and connecting with supportive communities.
Module 13: Putting knowledge into action
Practical tips for lasting weight loss
Who this course is for:
- Individuals Ready to Transform Their Lives: Perfect for anyone seeking sustainable weight loss strategies and a healthier lifestyle.
- Beginners in Weight Management: Designed for those new to weight loss who want clear, actionable guidance.
- Busy Professionals and Parents: Tailored for people with hectic schedules who need practical, time-efficient solutions.
- Those Curious About Weight Loss Medications: Ideal for individuals looking to understand how medications fit into a comprehensive weight management plan.
- Anyone Struggling with Common Weight Loss Challenges: For those who have tried other methods without success and are ready to build habits for lasting change.
Instructor
Dr. Kudsi is a best-selling author, Chair of the Department of Surgery and serves on the Clinical Board of Directors at Duly Health and Care, the largest independent, multi-specialty physician-directed medical group in the Midwest. Additionally, he serves as the medical director of Bariatric Surgery at the University of Chicago | AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital.
Dr. Kudsi is double board certified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine with a special interest in laparoscopic and robotic general and bariatric surgery. He completed his MIS fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital. He also obtained a MBA and Master in Finance degrees from Indiana University.