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Overweight

In GastroDoxs, Houston we assist people with overweight problem with individual nutritional counseling and elaborate and innovative holistic medical services to enable lasting long time weight control and enhancement of the general health of the people in our community.

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Bharat Pothuri
Symptoms

What is Overweight?

Wearing the additional weight of the body concerning the height. It is not only a number on the scale. There is a status that can be defined by your body mass index(BMI): between 25 and 29.9 is overweight. Unnecessary fat stores would make you vulnerable to future health complications.

Common Symptoms

The signs are not evident in all of the people with overweight but there are usually indications that include:

  • Brain feels fatigued upon mild exertions.
  • Breathlessness or dyspnea.
  • Pains in hip, knees, and ankles.
  • Even the tightening of clothes, without any dietary changes.

Causes

Overweight may be caused by several factors:

  • Unhealthy nutrition full of processed food and sweeteners.
  • A sedentary lifestyle that lacks sufficient physical exercise.
  • Genetic and familial accounting of weight problems.
  • Fluctuation or disease state (e.g. pregnancy).
  • Drugs or habits of emotional consumption.
Treatment

Treatment Options for Overweight in Houston

Therapy encompasses lifestyle modification and treatment:

  • Weight loss objectives: It is desirable to achieve a body weight reduction of 5-10 percent to mitigate the result of comorbidities and enhancing the overall health of the patient.
  • Diet schedule: Nutritionalized diet plans consisting of vegetables, lean proteins, whole grain foods, and healthy fats to reduce craving and control the intake.
  • 7-day meal plan: A weekly-Structured appetite to bring about neat eating patterns and make it less demanding to purchase food.
  • Nutrition counseling: Our registered nutritionists treat individually to modify the macronutrients, to minimize the processed food intake and create a balanced diet.
  • Behavioral therapy: Coaching to change foods (emotional eating), establish a self-care exercise regimen, and create more permanent lifestyle-level changes.
  • Medical control: Turn to aid that is safe, effective, and under the control of a gastroenterologist with the use of FDA-approved weight-loss drugs prescriptive and under his supervision.
  • Lab tests on the spot: Periodic (like every 1-2 months) blood testing (glucose, lipids, thyroid levels, and so on) and define the steps to follow in your plan.
  • Safe weight loss in pregnancy: The joint efforts of your OB/GAN to support gradual weight loss that is monitored by both your doctor and by the fetus to promote the health of both mother and baby.
  • Referrals to the surgeon: When suggested, we offer referrals and consultancy to bariatric surgeons on the minimally invasive-prince surgeries.
  • Consistent progress checking: Have regular follow-ups to make sure your milestones, new goals and care plan are minimized.

Why Choose GastroDoxs?

At GastroDoxs, we are able to blend both gastroenterology and individually tailored weight-management methods—e.g. nutrition counseling, medical treatment, behavioral training, and special-case coordination, such as pregnancy. The patient-based approach guarantees that you get caring assistance all the way. You are eligible to be in charge of your health. Drop us a call or make an appointment online and get to meet your overweight magician active in Houston.

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With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients

Bharat Pothuri

About the Author

Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does overweight mean?

A body mass index (BMI) of 25.0–29.9 will define overweightness. It also suggests health issues like diabetes, sleep apnea, and cardiovascular disease because it is a sign of excess body fat.

The ICD-10 code of overweight?

The ICD-10 code in case of overweight is E66.3 ("other overweight"). This code applies in billing, as well as medical records when the providers treat patients who are overweight.

Is it safe to lose weight during pregnancy assuming to be overweight?

Yes... With close medical supervision. At GastroDoxs, we will coordinate with your OB/GYN to design an imaginary gradual and safe nutrition and activities plan to aid maternal and fetal wellbeing.

Will shortness of breath arise as a by-product of being overweight?

Yes. LMRH—Body fat and excess weight distribute extra loads to your lungs and diaphragm and decrease lung capacity, and breathing during rest and exercise becomes very hard.

My child is obese and constantly hungry. What can I do?

Seek the advice of a pediatric dietitian to come up with proper balanced meals, establish the right amount of snacks, and encourage healthy eating. Regular physical activity and changing their lifestyles change (family based) are also important.

Would you take two Plan B pills in case you are overweight?

No. Never overdose. Listen to the instructions used when it wasn't noticed. There is no evidence of benefit in doubling the dose at the expense of additional side effects. Talk to a medical professional in case of any efficacy-related concerns.

What does the time of THC in urine take when overweight?

High fat is identified as an ability of people to store metabolites of THC in a longer period. Infrequent users can have up to 30 days test positive with regular users having a detectable result after the period.

Is the result of being overweight making you sick and almost dead?

High overweight exposes an individual to such serious diseases as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Nonetheless, there are several consequences that can be reversed or controlled when lifestyle changes and medical assistance are prominent in time.

Where can I get a gastroenterologist in Houston to provide care on being overweight?

Paste in search on overweight specialist in or around Houston, or directly contact GastroDoxs. We offer highly qualified gastrointestinal and weight canter solutions that are specific to you.

What are the GastroDoxs treatment choices of overweight?

We have individualized nutrition education services, medical weight-loss treatment services, coaching in behavior modification, on-site lab information and referral to surgical examination where suitable appropriate—all in an encouraging setting of GI orientation.

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