BMs, as well refer to them, which meant that the bloated stomach that I had started to think was just an inherent part of my body totally disappeared
The injected muscles look pumped even hours after training
The Hidden Costs of NOT Losing Weight When evaluating whether medical weight loss is worth it, consider what obesity is already costing you: Direct Medical Costs Diabetes medications: $100-$400/month for insulin, Metformin, and related drugs Blood pressure medications: $20-$100/month Cholesterol medications: $15-$200/month Sleep apnea equipment (CPAP): $500-$1,000 upfront + $50-$100/month supplies Joint pain medications/treatments: Variable but significant Increased health insurance premiums: Obese individuals often pay $1,500+/year more in premiums Many patients find that losing weight through a medical weight loss program reduces or eliminates these medication costs, effectively making the program pay for itself
Here, all the standard-issue advice applies: Control your portions, prioritize protein and fiber, and drink more water
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