Company History:
Nutritional Weight Management has had its doors open since 1993. NWM is an independent entity, and is located at 2033 Airline, Suite H-1 in the Windchase Shopping Center.

The "Health Bear" became Nutritional Weight Management's Icon/Mascot in 1996. the NWM Health Bear Represents the center at community events such as company/community health fairs, and visits schools to help children become more aware of nutrition and weight management.

The program (that was developed by a team of dietitians and nutritionists) breaks down into simple and easy to follow points.

• A high fiber, low-fat diet that meets guidelines established by the United States Surgeon General and the American Heart association.
• An average weight loss of 2 pounds per week, guaranteed.
• A diet using real food, purchased from the grocery store, helps you develop the tastes, habits and patterns you'll need to maintain your weight.
• A physical screening including a blood chemistry profile, EKG and consultation and evaluation by our physician. Please note that our physician does not diagnose or treat any condition other than obesity. Problems discovered during screening are referred to your health care practitioner for follow up.
• Frequent monitoring of client progress including blood pressure, pulse and daily food consumption. This consists of five days per week during the first two weeks, and three days per week thereafter.
• A comprehensive Behavioral Modification program includes formal classes and informal counseling throughout the weight loss.
• An unparalleled Weight Maintenance program including one year of client follow-up and monitoring to ensure long-term weight control.
• A moderate walking activity program.
• A reasonable program cost, much lower than prepackaged food or liquid protein programs.
  

Ruth E. Fox
owner/counselor
Ruth purchased Physicians Weight Loss Center in June 1993. The name of the center was changed to Nutritional Weight Management in June 1996. Ruth has been through extensive training in counseling, nutrition and lifestyle management. She is a certified counselor and majored in Psychology at Indiana University. Ruth has lost 110 pounds using the Nutritional Weight Management Program.

Counselors:
All Nutritional Weight Management Counselors complete an extensive certification course, which deals with all aspects of Weight Management, Nutrition, Counseling and Motivation. In addition many counselors are working toward degrees in associated medical fields. All counselors at NWM are either on one of our four Weight Management programs or have been on one in the past. Be assured a trained, caring counselor who knows exactly how it feels to be over your ideal weight will guide you through your program.

Some Questions and Answers:
Q:  What makes Nutritional Weight Management programs different from other programs on the market?
A: All NWM programs feature the use of real grocery store foods not prepackaged food. So, you eat the same foods you will be eating the rest of your life.

Q:  How can Nutritional Weight Management guarantee the weight loss results someone can anticipate on their program?
A: NWM has 3 different weight loss programs to choose from. Each program is tailored to the individual's lifestyle. We have had 15 years experience and know if an individual follows our food plans, they will lose at least the amount of weight we guarantee.

Q:  How much weight can I expect to lose on the Nutritional Weight Management Program?
A: The average client will lose 2-3 pounds per week depending upon which program is selected; although many of our clients lose much faster.

Q:  Why is Nutritional Weight Management so successful in helping clients reach their goal?
A: We become the support system for our clients, helping them stay focused on their goal. We see each client three times a week to make sure they are on track.

Q:  Do I have to take pills?
A: No, although we do give a Multivitamin each week as part of your program. This is to make sure you have all the proper levels of vitamins and minerals in your diet.

Q:  Do I have to exercise?
A: Exercise is not required, but it is recommended that you add light exercise after the first three weeks of being on the NWM program. Exercise done with a weight loss program will help you lose inches faster.

Q:  How expensive is the Program?
A: Everyone is surprised at how affordable the programs are. NWM offers a Free, no obligation consultation to enable you to come into the center and look at all three programs and decide which one would fit your lifestyle. We will be able to figure the price of the program you select based on the length of time you will be on the program.

Q:  Why is the NWM program medically supervised?
A: It is a proven fact that carrying extra weight can damage your health and shorten your life. Our policy at Nutritional Weight Management is that weight over 25 pounds above your ideal weight range should be monitored by a physician. Our staff physician checks all lab results and performs a waist up physical.

Q:  How can I be sure I will not gain my weight back once I reach my goal?
 NWM has a weight maintenance program that is structured to help you regain control of your eating behaviors, while at the same time helping your body change its set point.

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