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I need a physician

I weigh 200 lbs, 5ft4, 41 year old woman.
I am looking for a specialist who deals with obesity/weight-loss. My family doctor has not been much of a help.
For the past year on and off he prescribed Benzphetamine (sp?) but it is not helpng me.

What is the professional dealing with obesity/weight-loss called? I need to find a specialist who treats that.
I know about bariatric doctors, but I am not seeking surgery at this point, only diet and weight loss.

Please advise .. I need help
Thanks
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According to your BMI you are about 55 lbs overweight. The first thing that needs to be addressed is why you have gained this weight? By doing a health assessment I can look for any food allergies, what type of medical conditions you may have and how you are being medicated by your family doctor. I can look at your current diet structure to see what type of foods you are eating.

Secondly, relax! 74% of Americans are overwieght and 31% are obese. There is a reason for this and I can show you why you are having problems.

The key to weight loss is portion control and low-glycemic eating. You have to train your body to eat smaller meals to control the insulin release by your pancreas. Once you do that it is easy to lose 2 to 5 lbs per week with the right diet.

I am not a doctor but I do help people to lose weight safe and effectively through diet
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Well I wish I could consult with you if you work/live nearby.
I am in NJ.
My weight has increased over the past 10 years, at the birth of my child.
I am an emotional eater. I do not have any medical conditions on which I can blame my weight gain. I have severe anxiety. I take Wellbutrin XL 300mg, which somewhat curbs the appetite and is a good anti-axiety medication. I am depressed and worried constantly about everything.

Thanks for your imput.
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