Birmingham specialists help women with weight loss

As an all-women specialty practice, Tomeka Roberts, M.D., P.C., Obstetrics & Gynecology understands the many causes of stubborn fat and unexplainable weight gain unique to female patients. Dr. Roberts can recommend nonsurgical ways to safely lose weight to gain confidence and improved health.

A Weighty Problem

Obesity is defined as a body mass index of at least 30. In most people, this ratio is a reliable measure of fat. While obesity is characterized by generalized fat that is distributed uniformly, many women suffer from localized fat restricted to a specific spot. For example, hormonal changes can cause excess fat around the middle. Belly fat may refuse to shrink even with diet and exercise.

For some women, lumps and bumps may be related more to aging than to estrogen levels. Your metabolism slows down and your body doesn’t use calories as efficiently as you get older. Some research suggests that stress and sleeplessness contribute to declining levels of estrogen and leptin, a hormone that functions like a “red light” signaling you to stop eating. Some steroids, antidepressants, and other medications also contribute to metabolic changes and water retention.

Compassionate Care

Since weight gain contributes to an increased risk of serious health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers, it’s important to schedule an appointment without delay. A thorough examination and consultation provides clues about the cause of your weight gain. Our Birmingham specialists will develop a weight loss plan built around your needs. Recommendations may include:

• Hormone replacement therapy
• Treatment or management of diseases that cause weight gain
• Nutritional counseling
• Strength training and other lifestyle modifications

There is no reason to feel or look less than your best when skilled expertise is available in Birmingham. Call 205-518-9800 to schedule a consultation.