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For optimal results, pair your weight loss shot with Sculptra. As you lose weight, Sculptra helps rebuild lost collagen, restoring volume and improving skin elasticity. This combination ensures you not only achieve your weight loss goals but also maintain a youthful, rejuvenated appearance.
Start Your Weight Loss Journey with Us
Before beginning your weight loss journey at Folawns Medical Spa and Salon, we require current lab work to ensure a personalized and effective plan tailored to your needs. Please complete the following tests at your nearest LabCorp or Quest Diagnostics:
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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
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Hemoglobin A1C (A1C)
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(Optional but Recommended) Thyroid Function Panel and Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Once you have your lab results, email them directly to our Nurse Practitioner, Candis, at info@folawns.com. After reviewing your results, you can schedule a consultation with any of our nurses to discuss your weight loss program. Following clearance from our NP, you can purchase your first month’s weight loss shot. To begin the program, you’ll need to pay the monthly fee and commit to bi-weekly check-ins.
How It Works
Every two weeks, you’ll meet with one of our nurses for a check-in and weigh-in to monitor your progress. At each visit, you’ll receive a weight loss shot to take home, making it easier to stay on track. If your dosage needs to be adjusted, there will be an additional $50 charge per 2.5 mg increase.
Personalized Support
At Folawns Medical Spa and Salon, our Nurse Practitioner, Candis, will support you through every step of your weight loss journey. During each bi-weekly visit, Candis and our dedicated nurses will monitor your progress, adjust your plan as needed, and provide personalized guidance. From meal plans to supplement recommendations, we’ll ensure you have all the tools necessary for success. Our team is committed to helping you achieve and maintain your goals.
FAQs
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Duration: Results typically require a long-term plan.
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Side Effects: Commonly include nausea or injection site reactions.
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Eligibility: Your healthcare provider will evaluate your medical history.
Post Treatment Directions From Our Nurse Practitioner
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Hydration: Drink 60-80 ounces of water a day to avoid adverse side effects. Note that water consumed during exercise is not included in this amount, as it only replaces what you’ve lost during exercise.
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Diet: Your diet should consist mostly of protein, vegetables, and fruit. The recommended protein intake while losing weight is 2 grams for every kilogram of body weight. To calculate your protein needs:
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Divide your weight in pounds by 2.2 to convert to kilograms.
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Multiply that number by 2.
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Example: 140 lbs / 2.2 = 63.6 kg; 63.6 kg x 2 = 127.3 grams of protein per day.
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Dietary Adjustments: Avoid white flour, white rice, white sugar, white potatoes, and greasy, fatty foods while taking GLP-1. Your clinician can guide you in choosing appropriate food options.
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Managing Heartburn/Acid Reflux: If you experience heartburn or acid reflux, over-the-counter medication can help. Also, avoid eating after 7:30 PM.
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Portion Control and Exercise:
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Control portions by eating on a salad plate.
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Implement an exercise routine of 30 minutes a day, five days a week, incorporating cardio and/or weight-bearing exercises.
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Energy Levels: It is normal to feel tired with decreased energy when starting this medication. This will improve as your body acclimates to the new diet, exercise, and portion changes.
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Regular Eating: Although you may lose the urge to eat, remember that your body needs fuel. Eating every few hours is beneficial. Carry a protein-enriched snack to keep you feeling your best.
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Weight Loss Rate: The recommended rate of weight loss, with the least amount of adverse effects, is 1-3 pounds per week.
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Supplements and Water: The recommended supplements (magnesium & probiotics) and adequate water intake are important to help avoid severe constipation. Ask your clinician for their recommendations.
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Medication Onset: The medication can take 1-3 days to start showing effects, which is normal.
Ready to start? Contact us to begin your journey toward a healthier, more confident you!
If you have any additional questions or concerns regarding our weight loss program, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team is dedicated to providing the information and support you need to embark on your journey towards a healthier lifestyle.