Obesity is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the United States. Recent statistics show that more than 78 million people are affected by obesity, whether that's through diabetes, heart disease, cardiovascular issues, or even death. Millions try to lose weight every year to combat the negative effects that obesity brings about, but a large number of those people are unsuccessful. It can be easy for those without weight problems to say, "just lose the weight!" but unfortunately, weight loss isn't something that happens overnight. When done properly, it involves careful planning and professional help. When done incorrectly, it involves yo-yo dieting, fad diet solutions, and other unsafe methods.
Fad diets seen on TV can be encouraging, but the truth is most of these "programs" are less about healthy weight loss and more about losing weight fast. These unhealthy, unbalanced diets often foster weight gain, not weight loss over time.
Fortunately, more and more overweight adults and even children are turning to professionals for help, who not only help them achieve their weight loss goals but keep them on track and healthy for the long term. If you're looking for the highest quality medical weight loss in Summerville, SC, look no further than Back 2 Health Physical Medicine.
If you were to ask one of our experienced clinicians their tips for a healthy life, maintaining a healthy weight would be at the very top of the list. This is especially true given the prevalence of certain viruses like COVID-19, which can wreak havoc on the body of an unhealthy, overweight individual. Unfortunately, given the sheer number of diet plans and "miracle" weight loss supplements, dieting can be a confusing, counterproductive journey. To make matters worse, many of these weight loss programs are not medically tested or supervised, which is dangerous.
At Back 2 Health, our team is committed to helping our clients lose weight and maintain that weight loss, so they can live a healthy, fulfilling life. Unlike some weight loss companies that tout "quick weight loss solutions," Back 2 Health Physical Medicine focuses on real results through time-tested techniques, strong support, and sustainable habits. There are no starvation diets or extreme exercise plans at our weight loss clinic in Summerville - only medically-backed programs customized to your lifestyle.
Our medical weight loss programs include:
If you have tried to lose weight in the past but have failed, don't sweat it - there are millions of other men and women in your shoes as well. Your weight loss challenges are less about you failing and more about the diets or regimens you used. When it comes to healthy weight loss, there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. That's why, when you walk into our medical weight loss clinic, we will conduct a thorough assessment and develop a custom weight loss strategy that you feel good about.
Our clients choose Back 2 Health Physical Medicine because we truly care about our customers' health. Our goal is to be as flexible and open about your weight loss journey as possible. Our customized plans fit not only your health needs but also your fitness goals and budget requirements.
Choosing a medically supervised weight loss treatment plan from Back 2 Health Physical Medicine ensures that you lose weight safely and effectively, even after you achieve your weight loss goals. As you shed excess weight, we can also provide training and recommendations that keep the pounds off for good. If you're ready to give up on crash dieting and unsafe fads, it's time to call Back 2 Health in Summerville, SC. Your body, your friends, and your family will thank you!
If you were to ask someone on the street to name a popular fad diet, they probably wouldn't have much trouble. From Atkins to South Beach and Keto to Paleo, we've all heard of at least one popular weight-loss trend. The problem with these diets is that they only work for some people. Even then, the results are often short-lived.
If you're wondering whether you have been on or are currently using a fad diet, ask yourself these questions:
If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, chances are it's a fad diet, and it most likely won't be very effective over the long run. With fad diets, balanced nutrition often takes the back seat to sketchy weight loss pills or extreme life choices - all of which are counterproductive to a healthy life.
If you have struggled with your weight for any length of time, there's no doubt you're stressed out trying to find an effective solution. You probably have many stories about following fad diets, taking unhealthy diet pills, or even dropping big bucks on expensive exercise equipment. If you're like most of our clients, you're still struggling with your weight, despite your best efforts. The common theme here is that all of your self-made attempts happened without the medical guidance of a true medical weight loss clinic in Summerville, SC.
If this sounds like you, we've got great news. The safest, most effective solution to losing weight starts with the help of Back 2 Health's medical weight loss plans. Instead of choosing a fad diet, speak to one of our weight loss healthcare professionals. We can help you lose weight in a way that you find enjoyable, so you actually like
Obesity is a nuanced disease that involves excessive amounts of body fat. It's not just a cosmetic concern. It's a medical issue that raises a person's chance of severe diseases and health problems. Often, obese people have problems losing weight because of physiological, genetic, and environmental factors. There are many other contributing factors to weight gain, including:
People who live sedentary lifestyles will take in more calories than they burn off through exercise or day-to-day activities. Inactivity is a huge problem in today's society, especially with the constant presence of computers, smartphones, and tablets that encourage the user to stay glued to their screen.
If your daily food intake consists of high-caloric fast-food meals full of oversized portions, expect to gain weight quickly.
Alcoholic and other high-calorie drinks like sodas cause people to intake large amounts of calories without ever feeling full. When combined with a poor diet and lack of water intake, consuming liquid calories can be a significant contributor to weight gain.
Weight gain is very common during pregnancy, but some women find it hard to lose the added pounds once they have given birth. With time, this weight gain will contribute to obesity.
When you don't get enough sleep, your whole body suffers. If you're only getting a few hours of sleep a night, you may notice increased appetite and even hormone changes. Both factors can contribute to obesity.
Quitting smoking is one of the healthiest choices you can make as an adult. However, sometimes smoking cessation causes weight gain. For some, this weight gain gets out of control and leads to obesity. Often times this happens as former smokers use food to cope with their withdrawals.
When you're stressed out, you may turn to a chocolate bar or cheeseburger as "comfort food" to deal with whatever problem you're facing. Turning to fast food and sweets is not a healthy way to deal with stress and can lead to obesity.
Although being obese is considered a physical condition, obesity's effects stretch far beyond a person's body composition and weight. Being overweight is associated with several long-term health problems. Many of these problems rank among the nation's leading reasons for premature death. Generally, the more excess weight you carry around, the more likely you are to develop negative complications with your health.
Individuals who are clinically obese have a heightened risk of the following ailments:
The good news? Substantial weight loss is possible with diet, physical activity, and the help of a medical weight loss team. You do not have to be destined to live with obesity and a shorter life expectancy. Back 2 Health Physical Medicine is here to steer you down the path to a positive, healthy life for years to come.
Controlling your weight is a healthy habit that allows you to maintain proper health. However, losing weight isn't just about looking better. It's about feeling better too and is a very important part of being healthy and well. Before you throw caution out the window and try a "miraculous" weight loss solution, contact Back 2 Health Physical Medicine. Our medical weight loss clinicians don't just focus on making you slimmer. Instead, we oversee improvements relating to hormonal imbalances, high blood pressure, cholesterol, digestive problems, and diet. We are devoted to changing the lives of our clients, one weight loss plan at a time.
Here are just a few benefits of using a medical weight loss clinic:
People who live sedentary lifestyles will take in more calories than they burn off through exercise or day-to-day activities. Inactivity is a huge problem in today's society, especially with the constant presence of computers, smartphones, and tablets that encourage the user to stay glued to their screen.
If your daily food intake consists of high-caloric fast-food meals full of oversized portions, expect to gain weight quickly.
Alcoholic and other high-calorie drinks like sodas cause people to intake large amounts of calories without ever feeling full. When combined with a poor diet and lack of water intake, consuming liquid calories can be a significant contributor to weight gain.
When you sign up with Back 2 Health, know that you are taking a hugely important step to living a healthier life. If you're ready to feel better, look better, and live longer, call our medical weight loss clinic in Summerville today. Before you know it, you will look and feel better than you ever have before.
FREE CONSULTATIONMaurice Anderson runs for 146 yards and three touchdowns as Dutch Fork defeats Summerville, 35-21, in South Carolina Class 5A Division I state championshipThe South Carolina Class 5A Division I state championship will be a battle of the unbeatens between Dutch Fork (12-0) and ...
Maurice Anderson runs for 146 yards and three touchdowns as Dutch Fork defeats Summerville, 35-21, in South Carolina Class 5A Division I state championship
The South Carolina Class 5A Division I state championship will be a battle of the unbeatens between Dutch Fork (12-0) and Summerville (13-0).
Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. Eastern time Friday at South Carolina State University’s Oliver Dawson Stadium.
Dutch Fork has won eight state championships under head coach Tom Knotts, including back-to-back 5A titles in 2022-23. The Silver Foxes will be making their 12th state finals appearance in program history.
Dutch Fork blanked Spartanburg 24-0 last week to claim the Upper State Championship.
Summerville dominated Sumter, 35-6, to capture the Lower State Championship. The Green Wave is in the state finals for the first time since 2007.
Underway: Dutch Fork will begin the game at its own 24.
Big Play Silver Foxes: K.J. Smith gets behind the defense and takes it all the way to the Summerville 9 for a 63-yard gain.
Touchdown Dutch Fork: Maurice Anderson runs it in from eight yards out to put the Silver Foxes up 6-0 early.
Big play Green Wave: Jayven Williams rips off a huge run around the left side to set Summerville up with a first-and-10 at the Dutch Fork 31.
Timeout Summerville: Green Wave is facing a fourth-and-nine from the 13.
Touchdown Green Wave: Summerville had a delay of game penalty coming out of the timeout, but Jaiden Kelly-Murray catches an 18-yard touchdown pass from Jaden Cummings in the right corner of the end zone. Really good throw and catch. Summerville 7, Dutch Fork 6, 5:32 remaining in the opening quarter.
Dutch Fork punt: The Silver Foxes are forced to punt for just the 17th time this season. Summerville takes over at its own 6.
Summerville three-and-out: Backed up, the Green Wave can’t get a first down. Dutch Fork will have it at the Summerville 39 late in the first quarter.
Timeout Summerville: Green Wave takes its final timeout of the half on defense. Dutch Fork will be facing a fourth-and-seven from the 36 when play resumes.
Turnover on downs: Dutch Fork tries a bubble screen to K.J. Smith, and the talented receiver is dropped one yard short of the line to gain. Another big stop for the Summerville defense. Green Wave takes over at the 30.
Jaden Cummings hurt: Summerville quarterback Jaden Cummings takes a big hit and has to come out of the game. Hopefully Cummings can return, but he immediately grabbed his knee after the big hit and stayed down for a while.
Summerville update: Jaiden Kelly-Murray is now playing quarterback for the Green Wave. He has one receiving touchdown today.
Physical game: Both teams are HITTING today.
Another QB update: Summerville is alternating between Jaiden Kelly-Murray and junior Cooper Kafina, the listed backup quarterback.
End of quarter: Summerville 7, Dutch Fork 6.
Touchdown Green Wave: Jayven Williams explodes for a 43-yard touchdown run. Underdog Summerville is rolling right now, up 14-6 early in the second quarter.
Touchdown Silver Foxes: Dutch Fork answers with a 19-yard touchdown connect between quarterback Ethan Offing and Boykin Bickley. Two-point conversion pass is good. Summerville 14, Dutch Fork 14, 8:00 left in the half.
Green Wave punt: Summerville goes three-and-out on its next possession. Dutch Fork will have it at its own 48 when play resumes.
Dutch Fork fumble: Eli Pressley recovers a fumble at the Dutch Fork 39, securing great field position for Summerville.
Interception: One play after getting called for pass interference, Georgia Tech signee Elgin Sessions picks off a pass for Dutch Fork. Silver Foxes will have it at their own 7 with 3:33 to go in the half.
Big play Dutch Fork: Boykin Bickley hauls in a 51-yard pass to jumpstart the Dutch Fork offense.
Touchdown Silver Foxes: Maurice Anderson rolls into the end zone from eight yards out to give Dutch Fork a 21-14 lead with 1:53 remaining in the half.
Halftime: Dutch Fork 21, Summerville 14.
Underway: A terrible start for Summerville, which fails to corral the opening kickoff. Dutch Fork Ball at the Green Wave 13.
Fourth down stop: Tyree Patton stuffs Ethan Offing on a fourth-and-short. Summerville takes over at its own 6, trailing 21-14.
Summerville punt: Dutch Fork forces a three-and-out and will again have great field position at its own 43.
Dutch Fork on the move: Summerville takes a timeout on defense with Dutch Fork driving. Silver Foxes have a first-and-10 at the 20.
Touchdown Silver Foxes: Boykin Bickley catches a 20-yard touchdown pass from Ethan Offing. Dutch Fork 28, Summerville 14, 7:34 to go in the third quarter.
Touchdown Green Wave: Jaiden Kelly-Murray gets behind the defense and backup quarterback Cooper Kafina finds him for a 77-yard touchdown. Dutch Fork 28, Summerville 21. Jaden Cummings is on crutches on the sideline, so this game will be Kafina's to win.
Summerville defense: Green Wave senior CB Jacquez Walker is having one heck of a game. College coaches need to take a look at him. With a big pass breakup from Walker, Summerville forces a punt and will take over at its own 15.
Green Wave timeout: Summerville takes its second timeout of the half ahead of a third-and-nine. Green Wave will have just one timeout the rest of the way.
Timeout pays off: The timeout was worth it as Jaiden Kelly-Murray hauls in a 28-yard pass to move the chains.
End of quarter: Dutch Fork 28, Summerville 21. Green Wave has the ball at the Dutch Fork 35.
Dutch Fork ball: Following a Summerville punt and some extracurriculars, Dutch Fork — clinging to a 28-21 lead — takes over it at its own 44 with 9:28 remaining.
Missed field goal: Dutch Fork misses a 39-yard field goal. Summerville takes over at its own 20 with 7:07 to go.
Summerville punt: Julian Walker comes through with two big sacks to end the Summerville drive. With 3:21 remaining, Dutch Fork has the ball at its own 36.
Fortunate Dutch Fork: Maurice Anderson puts it on the turf, but Dutch Fork is able to recover the fumble at the bottom of the pile.
Touchdown Silver Foxes: Maurice Anderson puts this one away with a 38-yard touchdown run up the left side. Dutch Fork 35, Summerville 21, 2:07 remaining. Anderson is up to 146 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
Turnover on downs: Summerville drives it to the Dutch Fork 16, but Tyler Brown seals it with a goal-line interception.
Final score: Dutch Fork 35, Summerville 21. Silver Foxes capture their third straight state title and eighth in nine years.
Kickoff coming: Dutch Fork and Summerville have 20 combined state championships. This should be a good one.
Weather: It’s a balmy, cloudy day in Orangeburg. Temperature should be around 60 degrees at kickoff for this matinee.
Dutch Fork offensive leaders: Junior quarterback Ethan Offing (182 of 268 passing, 2,722 yards, 22 touchdowns, four interceptions, 429 yards rushing, eight rushing touchdowns); Senior running back Maurice Anderson (143 carries, 1,032 yards, 22 total touchdowns); Senior wide receiver Boykin Bickley (53 catches, 1,011 yards, seven touchdowns); wide receiver K.J. Smith (48 catches, 615 yards, 11 total touchdowns)
Summerville offensive leaders: Senior quarterback Jaden Cummings (165 of 254 passing, 2,329 yards, 30 touchdowns, one interception, 536 rushing yards, 14 rushing touchdowns, Dartmouth commit); Sophomore running back Jayven Williams (224 carries, 1,877 yards, 25 total touchdowns); Sophomore wide receiver Jaiden Kelly-Murray (75 catches, 1,050 yards, 15 total touchdowns); Senior tight end Keshon Washington (32 catches, 588 yards, eight touchdowns)
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Bob Lundeberg | @sblivesports
Published Dec 13, 2024|Modified Dec 13, 2024