Weight Loss Treatment
Weight Loss Treatment
Our weight loss medication solution.
If you’re living with obesity, you’ve probably already heard the same tired weight-loss advice over and over again. Cut out bread. Eat more kale. Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Of course, exercise and eating nutritious food are important. But will those steps alone help people with obesity achieve a healthy weight (and lower their risk for other chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and fatty liver disease)? Probably not. Obesity isn’t a behavioural problem. Obesity is a chronic disease. A metabolic dysfunction that affects your body right down to the cellular level.
So, when you hear about diabetes medications and their weight loss effects, it’s natural to want to learn more.
- GLP-1, a hormone released from your digestive tract that helps lower blood sugar and promotes a feeling of fullness.
- Glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide, a hormone that stimulates the release of insulin.
It changes how your body reacts to food. It makes you fuller faster and alters your blood sugar levels. That makes it a very powerful tool to manage both diabetes and obesity.
Are you eligible?
When diet and exercise aren’t enough
But, you may be wondering, what’s with all the talk about anti-obesity medication? Aren’t diet and exercise the keys to weight loss?
For people who are just looking to lose a few pounds, absolutely! Diet, exercise, good sleep and stress management can help you get there. Anti-obesity medications aren’t the answer for people who are just looking to shed a few pounds.
But for people living with obesity, medication is quickly becoming a reliable and effective option when diet and exercise don’t do the trick.
That’s because obesity is more than a matter of weight alone — it’s a dysfunction of the normal pathways that regulate body fat. Living with obesity fundamentally changes the way your body responds to food.
This may mean that, despite your best efforts at eating less and exercising more, the scale may refuse to budge for you.
That happens because when you’re living with obesity, your body adapts to try to keep you around your current weight. When you eat less or exercise more, your body fights to maintain body fat. It fights every inch of the way to keep you from losing weight.
In a way, medications can override those defences. They change the very functioning of your body to help you lose weight and keep it off.
But if you’re living with obesity, it’s worth a conversation with Nurse Emily at Refresh NQ about our alternative medication. She will also provide diet and exercise recommendations in combination with the medication.
Are you eligible?
Am I eligible for your service?
- Those with a BMI over 30kg/m2, struggling to lose weight with diet and exercise alone.
- Those with a BMI over 27kg/m2 with a comorbidity or chronic illness such as obstructive sleep apnea, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure or a physical injury etc.
- Those who need help controlling hunger and emotional eating.
- Those who need extra support after weight loss surgery to achieve their weight loss goals and prevent weight gain.
If we determine this treatment is not safe or suitable for you, there will be no fee charged. We may refer you to another specialist for advice on other options.
Our Treatments are...
Safe
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Fast
Affordable
How can we help you.
Our weight loss medication solution.
Obesity is one of the leading causes of preventable death. It is an important underlying cause of several serious and chronic diseases, including:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- High blood cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Joint problems
- Gallbladder problems
- Urinary incontinence
- Fatty liver disease (non-alcoholic liver disease and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis)
- Certain types of cancer (breast, uterine, bowel).
- Digestive disorders (e.g. gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett’s oesophagus)
- Breathing difficulties (e.g. sleep apnea, asthma)
- Psychological problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, social phobias)
- Problems with fertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
- Social issues - it can promote a negative self-image, and increase social isolation and discrimination.
Our program may also help improve your:
Blood-glucose levels
Blood pressure
Sleep apnoea
Waist circumference
Risk of heart disease
Health-related quality of life
Our goal is to empower you to lead your own transformation by bringing you the best of science, medicine, psychology, and nutrition.
Program Stages
Initial consultation
We start by understanding your goals and developing a weight loss program supported by the right medication and counselling. Our initial consultations, available both face-to-face and via telehealth, will address any questions you have about the program. During these consultations, we'll gather key information about your medical history, health status, medications, allergies, weight history, previous weight loss attempts, medical conditions, and body composition analysis. We'll explain the details of our program to ensure you're fully informed. Our ultimate aim is to help you achieve sustainable weight loss. We'll work with you to develop a customised plan that fits your unique needs.
Periodic Reviews
We implement the treatment plan and make sure it's working effectively. This involves regular catch-ups, via telehealth, or in person to check in on how you're doing and make any necessary adjustments to your medication or treatment plan.
Maintenance Plan
When you have reached your goal weight, it is important to focus on maintaining it. We will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to successfully keep the weight off in the long run.
Our Weightloss Resources
The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet has long been considered a benchmark for a model of a healthy diet. It is recognised by the World Health Organization as a healthy and sustainable dietary pattern. At Refresh NQ we promote the Mediterranean diet as a guide to help make positive choices for eating healthier. Interest in the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet began to grow in the 1960s. Arising
Exercise plays a crucial role in weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Let’s explore why: Exercise is not only about burning calories; it’s about maintaining muscle, boosting metabolism, and promoting overall health. Remember that a balanced approach, combining both cardio and strength training, yields the best results for weight loss and overall well-being.
Women’s Health – Menopause and Weight Gain
Before, during and after menopause, your oestrogen levels begin to fluctuate, and your metabolism slows. A theory for menopausal weight gain relating to estrogen fluctuation is that its effectiveness in modulating hunger hormones is reduced. In turn, menopausal women may experience a more intense hunger signal, which could lead to increased food intake, causing weight gain. This can affect the way that your body stores fat
Meet the founder
Emily
I have been a dedicated nurse since 2005, gaining experience across various clinical settings. Since early 2023, my career has focused on bariatric nursing, which is my passion. I take pride in delivering high-quality care at affordable prices to Townsville and Mt Isa clients. Recently, I completed a Master of Nursing and am the proud owner/operator of Refresh NQ.
