Obesity and overweight are defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health.” WHO goes on to state that the issue has grown to epidemic proportions, with over 4 million people dying each year as a result of being overweight or obese in 2017 according to the global burden of disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) uses body mass index (BMI), or a person’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of their height in meters, to measure obesity. Individuals with a BMI of over 25 are considered to have overweight and over 30 or higher are considered to have obesity. While BMI can be used as an initial tool to screen for obesity, it does have limitations. The WHO recognizes these limitations, stating that BMI is only “a crude population measure of obesity.”

Obesity is a medical disease that occurs when a person’s body accumulates and stores excessive amounts of body fat. There are many factors that contribute to obesity, including:

• Genetics: Studies suggest genetics contribute to 40-70% of obesity. There are thousands of different genes associated with obesity, and some genetic mutations are known to directly cause obesity. However, possessing genes that predispose you to obesity does not mean developing the disease is inevitable.
• Nutrition: Growing evidence shows that not all calories are created equal. Certain foods, such as refined carbohydrates and unhealthy saturated fats, contribute in greater proportion to obesity.
• Hormones: Abnormalities in several biological pathways are involved in obesity. Insulin resistance, which causes the body not to process sugar properly, has been heavily implicated in obesity.
• Medication: Many prescription medications are associated with weight gain, including most antidepressants, steroids, contraceptives, and medications for the treatment of diabetes, hypertension, migraines, seizures, bi-polar disorder, allergies, insomnia and more.
• Environment: Family, culture, and even where you live can have a significant impact on developing obesity.
• Sleep: Disrupted sleep and sleeping for less than 7 hours or more than 9 hours can cause obesity. Obesity is also associated with sleep apnea, which is a breathing condition that can hinder an individual from getting quality sleep.Obesity is a medical disease that occurs when a person’s body accumulates and stores excessive amounts of body fat. There are many factors that contribute to obesity, including:
  • Genetics: Studies suggest genetics contribute to 40-70% of obesity. There are thousands of different genes associated with obesity, and some genetic mutations are known to directly cause obesity. However, possessing genes that predispose you to obesity does not mean developing the disease is inevitable.
  • Nutrition: Growing evidence shows that not all calories are created equal. Certain foods, such as refined carbohydrates and unhealthy saturated fats, contribute in greater proportion to obesity.
  • Hormones: Abnormalities in several biological pathways are involved in obesity. Insulin resistance, which causes the body not to process sugar properly, has been heavily implicated in obesity.
  • Medication: Many prescription medications are associated with weight gain, including most antidepressants, steroids, contraceptives, and medications for the treatment of diabetes, hypertension, migraines, seizures, bi-polar disorder, allergies, insomnia and more.
  • Environment: Family, culture, and even where you live can have a significant impact on developing obesity.
  • Sleep: Disrupted sleep and sleeping for less than 7 hours or more than 9 hours can cause obesity. Obesity is also associated with sleep apnea, which is a breathing condition that can hinder an individual from getting quality sleep.

Albidaya Wellness is a comprehensive medical weight loss solution that also addresses your emotional, mental, physical, and nutritional needs. We prescribe FDA-approved medications, as appropriate, along with personalized support from weight loss experts to help you achieve your weight loss and health goals.

Albidaya Wellness’ program is delivered entirely through telehealth without the inconvenience of office visits! You’ll have regular video visits with your doctor and support from your team through messaging and email.

No, our appointments are delivered entirely through telehealth, so you won’t have any of the hassles of office visits. Albidaya Wellness does not have any physical locations but offers weight loss management in the state of Texas. You’ll have regular video visits with your physician to discuss treatment including nutrition, medications, and more. You will have support from your team through messaging, and access to educational tools through our platform.

Telehealth weight loss programs have been found to increase the likelihood of following the program given the ease of scheduling and attending appointments. Increased adherence leads to increased success. Your success!

We do not take insurance plans at this time. In addition to personalized care, Albidaya Wellness aims to reduce the financial burden on you, our patients. We do this by helping you obtain better health and also through affordable and transparent costs. You only have to pay for the care that you receive. There is no “Fee for Service” billing (FFS) or third parties involved to inflate medical expenses. 

Although we are NOT contracted with insurance companies, on request, we can provide you with an insurance-coded, itemized receipt, which you may send directly to your insurance company for reimbursement. 

All patients may pay by either cash, check, Visa, American Express, MasterCard, or Discover.

Please note, that all prescriptions are covered by your insurance plan exactly the same as if written by a doctor who is contracted with your plan. If you require a prescription refill or prior authorization please call your pharmacy and have them fax a request to 888-719-7861.