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4-month Initial Optimize Program Commitment*

$500

program fee
(Initial provider consult, DEXA scans, Dietitian visits)

+ $250 monthly for the next 3 consecutive months
*option to continue month to month after initial 4 month commitment

Package Details:

In-depth initial assessment to review your wellness goals, weight history, medical history, and determine if weight loss medications would be appropriate.
Two body composition scans (baseline and at month 4) using a DEXA machine to track body fat, muscle mass, and metabolic rate.
Two consultations with a registered dietitian to review your nutritional needs, create a personalized calorie-deficit meal plan, and follow your progress.
Lab work to identify health challenges related to weight and to track these throughout the program.
Frequent visits with your medical provider to track progress, monitor labs, adjust protocols, and manage weight-loss medications. This can be done in-office or via telehealth. Visit schedule will be personalized but can be as often as weekly.
Access to GLP-1-/GIP therapy if medically appropriate
Includes direct primary care

Any recommended medications, meal replacements, or supplements are not included in program fees and will be an additional cost. We will use insurance when appropriate for prescription medications and lab work.

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Have More Questions?

We put together our top Frequently Asked Questions here below, for you to browse. When you’re ready to get started and/or connect with the Authentic Health Optimize Team, fill out the form above.

How is Optimize different than other weight management programs?

Optimize is medically supervised and individualized. Optimize focuses on improving body composition and metabolic health, not just weight loss. Optimize combines medical supervision and monitoring with coaching. Many programs offer either medical supervision or coaching but not usually both. This program is also unique in that it is offered within a primary care clinic and you can participate in an intensive lifestyle modification program with a high level of coaching support along with your primary care.

Is there a specific diet recommended in this program?

No, your meal plan will be individualized working with your medical provider and a Dietitian. Your plan may or may not include meal replacement products depending on your preferences and lifestyle. We do recommend a dietary pattern emphasizing high nutrient density whole foods. In order to be successful with your health and wellness goals, you will most likely need to make some dietary changes including what you eat not just how much you eat.

I have met with a dietitian before and did not find it helpful. How will this be different?

The registered dietitians at Cultivate WNC have expertise in working with patients who want to lose weight. They will use body composition data to help you create a personalized calorie deficit meal plan and will also take into consideration your medical conditions.

Do I have to exercise in this program?

You will be encouraged to include movement and you will likely be more successful if you exercise. Resistance exercise is particularly important for maintaining muscle mass while targeting fat loss. Including exercise increases basal metabolic rate (amount of calories your body uses while at rest). Additionally, physical activity helps improve sleep quality, is a treatment for many medical conditions and is a good outlet for stress reduction.

How many visits will I have?

You will meet monthly with your medical provider. You will have at least two meetings with your Dietitian. You will have frequent contact with your health coach either in person, over the phone or through secure messages. On average, you can expect to have 2-4 appointments per month.

How fast will I lose weight and see results?

Rate of weight loss is highly variable and depends on many factors. Healthy weight loss is typically 1-2 lbs per week and often does not happen in a consistently linear fashion over time. Your rate of weight loss will depend on your genetics, metabolic rate, body fat v. muscle mass, starting weight, medical conditions and medications and how many of the recommendations you are able to implement consistently. Having realistic expectations is very important and your Optimize team will help you with realistic expectation setting.

Are weight loss medications used in this program?

The utilization of medications is individualized for each participant. You will discuss medication options with your medical provider. The foundation of this program is lifestyle modification and creation of new healthy habits. Medication may be a helpful additional tool. The decision about use of weight loss medications includes patient preference, medical conditions and risk v. benefit. In addition to weight loss medications, your medical provider will look to optimize current medications you are taking to help with your goals. For example, medications used for thyroid disease, diabetes and depression can either help or hinder your weight loss and body composition goals.