If you've watched any health-related news lately, you know that obesity is a serious problem in the United States. In fact, it's one of the most common chronic diseases we've ever seen, with nearly two in three American adults suffering from plus-sized waistlines. That comes out to almost 78 million people affected by obesity in one way or another. It's a sobering, scary statistic that doesn't seem to be getting better.
Obesity in America causes a wide range of issues, like:
It's easy to point at a large person and call them things like "undisciplined," but if you're struggling with weight issues, you know it's not that easy. It's not like you want to look like you do or go through the daily stresses that being overweight can bring. Maybe, if you're many others, you've tried just about every diet there is to try, only to fall back into your bad habits. Millions of people make weight loss progress every year but end up failing and gaining more weight than before. Or perhaps there are other factors at play that prevent you from losing the weight you want.
Either way, you know you've got a problem that needs to be addressed, but how can you fix it for good? Should you try another diet that promises super-quick results? The resounding answer to that question is "no!" Long-lasting weight loss doesn't happen overnight. It happens with time, planning, persistence, and professional help provided by doctors and coaches who care. If you're over strange diet fads and other unsafe weight loss methods that don't work, Nutrifit40 is the solution you need.
Nutrifit40 is Florida's premier alternative weight loss and wellness clinic. Comprised of motivated health coaches and compassionate doctors, our team is dedicated to helping you lose weight and improve your health with a comprehensive 40-day program.
At Nutrifit40, our experts will help you lose weight naturally and provide the support structure you need to take back control of your life and body for good. Unlike unreliable diets, our medical weight loss program in Clearwater, FL doesn't leave you hungry and constantly craving food. Instead, our patients feel nourished, have plenty of newfound energy, get incredible sleep, and are happier as a result. All it takes is getting fresh, yummy food from your local grocery store and sticking to our time-tested medical weight loss plan.
Our medical weight loss programs include:
Whether you're suffering from diabetes, hypertension, or you just don't look and feel like the person you used to be, our team will work closely with you to help meet your weight loss goals. That way, you can get in shape, stay in shape, and fall in love with the benefits of healthy living. After just 40 days, you will learn life-changing, transformational skills to help you break old habits and shed weight the healthy way. Sound too good to be true? Check out some of the reviews on our website - Nutrifit40 is as real as it gets, and we're ready to help YOU.
Here at Nutrifit40, we get dozens of questions every day about the best ways to lose weight. One of the most common questions is, "Is it really necessary to go to a medical weight loss clinic in Clearwater, FL? Can't I just go to the gym?"
Going to your local gym for a good workout is a fantastic idea, but unfortunately, it isn't enough for many people. Despite taking the steps we think are necessary to lose weight, sometimes we never hit those lower cholesterol numbers. As a result, many of us are left confused and discouraged, creating a never-ending cycle with mediocre results.
That's where medical weight loss clinics like Nutrifit40 come in.
Medical weight loss facilities are clinics where average folks can get medical assistance to lose weight. Most clinics, like Nutrifit40, give patients access to knowledgeable physicians and helpful coaches who are educated and trained to help them lose weight.
Typically, patients also benefit from diet counseling and informational sessions about how their diet affects their bodies and increases the risk of diseases like hypertension. To help fortify their journey back to healthy living, most clinics include personalized weight loss plans. Unlike other diets, these plans are tailored to each patient's needs and help you incorporate incremental lifestyle changes into your day-to-day life.
At Nutrifit40, we know how hard it can be to take the first step toward signing up for a medical weight loss program. Luckily, our team of doctors and coaches will be there for you every step of the way as you take steps to reclaim your health. Preparing for your body transformation takes place over three easy and fun-to-follow steps:
Step 1
Get set up with your first no-stress body-positive weight loss clinic appointment at Nutrifit40 by calling our office or requesting an appointment online using our contact form.
Step 2
Meet with one of our highly-trained health coaches or weight loss doctors to discuss your goals. During this appointment, you'll also complete your personal weight loss and wellness profile at our weight loss clinic in Florida.
Step 3
You can start your program right away, and you'll get everything you need to begin your weight loss journey at our Nutrifit40 clinic, including the confidence and motivation you need to hit the road running.
In short, yes, they are. That's because programs like Nutrifit40 don't focus on overnight results or dangerous medicines. Instead, we focus on becoming your partner in the weight loss process. We take the time to sit down with you and explain that your weight isn't a punishment for being "lazy" or "unmotivated." Instead, we teach you about your body and what you should expect during the medical weight loss process. A trustworthy, legitimate weight loss location will also teach you about concepts like:
The goal of a weight loss clinic shouldn't be to chastise and embarrass you. It should support, educate, and encourage healthy changes in your life in a nurturing and positive atmosphere. It should also use science and medicine to design potent plans that actually help you lose weight and get healthy.
If you're looking for a medical weight loss clinic that has your best interests and health at heart, it's time to contact Nutrifit40. Some of the most common conditions that our doctors and coaches can help you with include:
Hypertension (or high blood pressure) and hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) are two of the most prevalent and deadly chronic diseases in America. CDC statistics cite over 115 million Americans as having high blood pressure, while nearly 94 million young people under 20 suffer from high LDL cholesterol.
Both high blood pressure and cholesterol can wreak havoc on your body and increase your chances of strokes, heart attacks, and much more. Thankfully, lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol means lowering the odds of these deadly conditions, and one of the best ways to do that is through long-lasting weight loss.
According to WebMD, losing 20 pounds can drop your systolic blood pressure by 5-20mmHg. That's a big improvement, and a significant impact on your LDL cholesterol numbers. Nutrifit40, designed by Dr. Maria Shelton, was designed especially for situations like these, where patients need custom medical weight loss programs to get healthy.
Personalization is the key to the program's success; Dr. Shelton maps out a plan for you based on your specific health needs. Dr. Shelton will show you how to shed pounds while restoring your cardiovascular health through doable diet and lifestyle changes, innovative technology, and targeted physical activity.
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Diabetes and diabetic neuropathy are concerning conditions that affect millions around the U.S. CDC statistics show that 34 million Americans have diabetes. Perhaps more frightening is that 88 million people are considered prediabetes. That means more than 37% of the U.S. population is already diagnosed or at risk of the disease.
Of those 34 million diabetes patients, almost half will suffer diabetic neuropathy. This condition causes nerves to be exposed to excessive blood glucose for long periods of time, causing extensive damage and symptoms like burning, numbness, tingling, and pain. Because the leading risk factor for Type 2 diabetes is obesity, it makes sense that losing weight may be able to help.
If you are overweight and dealing with diabetes or diabetic neuropathy, the Nutrifit40 program might be perfect for you. In 40 short days, you can shed up to 40 pounds.
Our medical weight loss team has helped thousands of good, hardworking people like you lose weight. With time, diet, exercise, and guidance from our weight loss experts, success is easier to achieve than you may believe. With ongoing adherence to a healthy life and exercise regimen, Type 2 diabetes patients can get their blood sugar levels in check.
Book AppointmentDid you know that over 45 million people in America try going on a diet every year? With as many obese people in the nation, that makes sense. Unfortunately, about half of those people fail to meet their weight loss goals. Often, it's because the diets they choose aren't focused on making them healthy - they're only about quick, unhealthy weight loss.
In reality, most diets don't work in the long run. The best way to lose weight and keep it off for good is with practical, healthy lifestyle changes. That's where physicians and other weight loss professionals can help. Unlike fly-by-night diets, medical weight loss has been proven to be effective.
But how do you know if you're a candidate? Let's take a look at five common signs you need medical weight loss treatment.
While it's true that about 42% of the U.S. population is considered overweight, not everyone needs a weight loss program to follow. However, if you're more than 100 pounds over the recommended weight for your height and age, medical weight loss might be the best option for weight loss.
Book AppointmentAre you at your wit's end because you've tried every diet under the sun, only to make minimal to no progress? Millions of other Americans are going through the same problems you're experiencing. At Nutrifi40, we work with many different patients, many of whom come to use exasperated because nothing they try works. You may be tempted to give up, but we encourage you to consider a medical weight loss clinic for help.
One of the most challenging aspects of being obese is that everyday life gets much more complicated. Yes, trying to fit into regular clothes is probably off the table, but so are ordinary things that require minimal effort. Simple tasks like carrying groceries from your car into your house are extremely difficult. Other activities, like walking upstairs in a friend's home, are out of the question.
Book AppointmentSomething has to change if you've been living with extra weight for a long time and you're sick and tired of living an unhealthy, unfulfilling life. Are you ready to heal your body and make fundamental changes? If you are, we've got great news - Nutrifit40 is prepared to be the partner you need to achieve your weight loss goals. The first step towards achieving a healthy weight and, by proxy, healthy life is to actually take that first step. If being fed up with how you look and feel is enough motivation to get started, pat yourself on the back. You're already making progress!
Medical weight loss is about much more than aesthetics or vanity. It's about preventing or reversing weight-related health issues that put your life at risk. Once you cross a certain threshold, it's hard to get off meds like cholesterol pills, but with medical weight loss, it's possible. If you have any of the following obesity-related health problems, you should consider Nutrifit40:
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If you have been battling your weight for years only to find yourself in the same cyclical rut keeping you unhappy, unhealthy, and unfulfilled, it's time for a shift in your life. Why live with ill-fitting clothes, an inability to be active, and dangerous health conditions like high blood pressure? By joining the Nutrifit40 weight loss program, you're taking the first step to a new, healthier life.
Nutrifit40 is safe, effective, and available to patients with a variety of pre-existing conditions, including diabetes, high cholesterol, and even diabetic neuropathy. Contact our office today to schedule your first one-on-one weight loss consultation with our highly trained doctors. Before you know it, you'll be well on our way to restoring your health and confidence for good.
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CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RISE Dispensaries, a rapidly growing cannabis retail chain owned by ...
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RISE Dispensaries, a rapidly growing cannabis retail chain owned by Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb” or “the Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), today announced that RISE Dispensary Clearwater, the Company’s 11th retail location in Florida and 87th nationwide, will open on November 10. RISE Dispensary Clearwater will welcome patients with a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 17, where profits from the day will be donated to Minorities for Medical Marijuana (M4MM). M4MM is a purpose-driven nonprofit organization that provides education and programs to build a more accessible and equitable cannabis industry.
“As we continue to expand our footprint in Florida, we are thrilled to join the Clearwater community,” said Green Thumb President Anthony Georgiadis. “We look forward to introducing more patients to the RISE experience and providing access to high-quality cannabis products that will help improve their well-being."
Green Thumb joined the Florida community in 2018 and operates two production facilities in Ocala and Homestead where the Company produces its branded products. Green Thumb’s cultivation and manufacturing practices reflect the highest quality standards to ensure all its products offer a true-to-plant, consistent experience. The Company’s retail brand, RISE Dispensaries, is committed to expanding access to well-being through cannabis and making a positive impact on the communities it serves. In addition to RISE Clearwater, there are ten other RISE Dispensaries in Florida, including locations in Bonita Springs, Brandon, Deerfield Beach, Fruitland Park, Hallandale Beach, Kendall, Oviedo, Pinellas Park, Sun City Center and West Palm Beach, with delivery services available at each location. All RISE Dispensaries in Florida offer products from Green Thumb’s award-winning family of brands, including RYTHM premium flower and full spectrum vapes, Dogwalkers pre-rolls, Good Green flower, and &Shine flower, pre-rolls, vapes and chews.
Located at 1724 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33755, RISE Dispensary Clearwater is open on Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Minutes away from Clearwater Beach, the dispensary offers a range of high and low-potency THC and CBD products perfect for beginners and cannabis connoisseurs.
For information on how to become a medical cannabis patient, email [email protected]. For more information on RISE Dispensaries' locations, product offerings or other services, visit www.risecannabis.com.
CLEARWATER, Fla. - Tourism is Florida’s top industry and Clearwater is seeing record numbers and growth.Local business advocacy groups say they want to make sure small businesses aren’t left behind. Amplify Clearwater developed the idea of creating a tourism business incubator in Florida."That's exactly what we ...
CLEARWATER, Fla. - Tourism is Florida’s top industry and Clearwater is seeing record numbers and growth.
Local business advocacy groups say they want to make sure small businesses aren’t left behind. Amplify Clearwater developed the idea of creating a tourism business incubator in Florida.
"That's exactly what we do at Amplify Clearwater, is build that community, surround entrepreneurs that are excited about their idea with others that they can lean on through the process, the tools and the resources that they need to get there, all of the marketing and wraparound services to help them be successful," Kristina Park, Chief Operating Officer said.
They teamed up with Economic Impact Catalyst to launch the new initiative.
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"So, this incubator, first of its kind in Florida, and this is essentially a way to bring local businesses to start locally, raise their families here, improve their quality of living, and at the same time be able to drive innovation here," David Ponraj, CEO of Economic Impact Catalyst shared.
The incubator will create a physical space to help our local entrepreneurs get access to the resources they need to keep their business going and our economy thriving.
"I'm a small business owner myself and I've started multiple businesses. Small business owners have a lot of needs because you need to know where you can find a good lawyer, where you can find a good accountant," Ponraj said.
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It will help small businesses and boost our local economy in the process.
"It's not just maybe what you think about automatically when you think tourism, whether it's hospitality or restaurants. They're sports tourism and medical tourism and innovation happening in green technology for sustainable eco-tourism moving forward," Park said. "So, I'm really excited to see what partners come to the table, what ideas that they're able to incubate right here in Clearwater."
The initial startup was funded by the City of Clearwater. The first cohort of businesses will start in October.
Businesses interested in applying for the program can, click here.
CLEARWATER, FL — Visits and pictures with Santa are treasured traditions for many Clearwater area families. For them, there’s nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.Around Clearwater, kids can share their Christmas wish lists with Santa Claus at these locations and events:Meet Santa under the sea and have your cameras ready as Santa Claus himself makes a special appearance amidst the marine animals. Get your holiday wishes ready and take a memorable photo with Santa in this unique aquatic se...
CLEARWATER, FL — Visits and pictures with Santa are treasured traditions for many Clearwater area families. For them, there’s nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.
Around Clearwater, kids can share their Christmas wish lists with Santa Claus at these locations and events:
Meet Santa under the sea and have your cameras ready as Santa Claus himself makes a special appearance amidst the marine animals. Get your holiday wishes ready and take a memorable photo with Santa in this unique aquatic setting.
Santa will be diving:
In addition, there will be photo opportunities with Santa Claus in his holiday workshop, interactive marine presentations full of holiday spirit, holiday crafts and activities and a chance to to immerse yourself in a winter wonderland adorned with festive marine-themed decorations, twinkling lights and holiday cheer around every corner. Dates are Nov. 24 to 26, Dec 2 and 3, Dec. 9 and 10, Dec. 16 to 24 and Dec. 26 to 31.
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Countryside's Reindeer Lane will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Follow the reindeer tracks around the Countryside Recreation Center Lane. Play reindeer games, collect prizes and toys, enjoy photo opportunities and eat holiday snacks along the way. At the end of the trail, take photos with Santa Claus. The first 200 participants will receive a special treat. This is a free event and space is limited at Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Drive.
Clearwater's Bright & Beautiful Holidays Trolley Tours will take place Dec. 8 and 15. Visit your neighborhood recreation center at the times listed below to meet Santa Claus and his cheerful elves when they cruise through Clearwater. Attendees can also enjoy holiday activities, watch movies, sip on hot chocolate and participate in children's activities.
The tours will take place Dec. 8 from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. at the North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex, 900 N Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., and Dec. 15 from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at the Clearwater Beach Library & Recreation Center, 69 Bay Esplanade.
There will be a Ho-Ho Holiday Party & Hayride on Friday, Dec. 8, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Get in the holiday spirit with some goodies, games, arts and crafts. Take your picture with Santa, create a take-home craft, play on inflatables, win prizes playing games and end the night with a hayride at the Morningside Recreation Complex, 2400 Harn Blvd.
The Market Marie will take place Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St. Make the gift-giving season extra special by shopping local. There will be handcrafted goods, a "Dog Paw-Parade," food trucks and a special storytime with Ms. Claus. Registration for the parade is on-site .
A Winter Holiday Social will take place Friday, Dec. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Attend this family-friendly holiday event at the North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex. There will be a face painter, balloons, children's activities and bounce houses. Santa Claus may even stop by.
The Girl Gang Christmas Market is set for Saturday, Dec. 16 from noon to 4 p.m. in downtown Clearwater. Experience the holiday spirit with more than 100 women-owned businesses. As you stroll through this festive marketplace, you'll find unique gifts for everyone on your list. And who needs Santa when there's Ms. Claus on hand? She'll travel from the North Pole to take photos with all who attend. This market is a celebration of female entrepreneurship and will donate 10 percent of vendor fees to EmpowHerment, a Clearwater-based nonprofit that offers invaluable resources to women in Pinellas County.
Santa Claus has arrived at the Countryside Mall, 27001 U.S. 19 N, Clearwater, and is available for visits and photos.
Photos with Santa will be available at Countryside Mall through Dec. 24. Reservations are highly recommended for pictures with Santa, with limited walk-up availability.
Santa’s Visiting Hours:
Through Dec. 7Mondays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Sundays from noon to 6 p.m.
Dec. 8 to Dec. 20Mondays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Dec. 21, 22 and 2310 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Pet photos with Santa will be available Monday, Nov. 27 to Monday, Jan. 1. Shoppers can capture that perfect holiday memory with leashed, well-behaved four-legged members of the family on select Mondays. Click here.
On Friday, Dec. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m., the Countryside Mall will welcome Santa for a Candy Cane Stroll.
Guests will enjoy a festive stroll through the mall with stops at select stores for treats, roaming holiday characters, jolly activities, and a contest with a prize for the family with the most Christmas spirit.
Guests should come festively dressed in their ugliest Christmas sweaters, cozy Christmas PJs or in their yuletide best.
Check-in with Santa’s helpers at the Candy Cane Stroll service table located near the Santa Set and receive a free goodie bag, passed out to the first 100 guests
Know about another Santa visit? Post the information to the Clearwater Patch events calendar.
Florida and other southeastern states are bracing for impact as Hurricane Idalia nears the coast between Tampa Bay and Panama City, with an expected landfall around Wednesday morning.You can watch livestream coverage of the storm from USA TODAY at the embed at the top of the page or on ...
Florida and other southeastern states are bracing for impact as Hurricane Idalia nears the coast between Tampa Bay and Panama City, with an expected landfall around Wednesday morning.
You can watch livestream coverage of the storm from USA TODAY at the embed at the top of the page or on USA TODAY's YouTube channel.
The storm is expected to be a major hurricane with "life-threatening storm surge and dangerous winds," according to the National Hurricane Center.
A hurricane warning has been issued for hundreds of miles of Florida's coastline as Idalia, with max winds of 130 mph. As of 5 a.m. Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center said the storm's center was forecast to reach the Big Bend coast of Florida this morning. After landfall, Idalia is expected to turn toward the northeast and east-northeast, moving near or along the coasts of Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina later Wednesday and Thursday.
Live updates:Florida braces for 'extremely dangerous' storm as Hurricane Idalia closes in
Hurricane Idalia is moving into the Gulf of Mexico, forecast to hit Florida's west coast on Wednesday morning. According to the National Hurricane Center, life-threatening flooding, a massive storm surge and strong winds are expected along Florida's Gulf Coast.
The storm is expected to then travel north, hitting the Florida-Georgia border and along the coasts of Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.
Hurricane Idalia's path:Maps show powerful storm as it approaches Florida and Georgia
Some beaches and other areas have livestreams that may catch the impact of the storm as it moves through Florida. You can watch some of those livestreams here.
Sandestin is in Florida's panhandle along the Gulf of Mexico, located about 36 miles northwest of Panama City Beach.
Clearwater Beach is located on the west-central coast along the Gulf of Mexico, around 25 miles west of Tampa.
Tampa is along the Gulf of Mexico, and is projected to be directly in the path of Hurricane Idalia. It is about 23 miles north of St. Petersburg and 25 miles east of Clearwater Beach.
St. Petersburg is on Florida's west coast along the Gulf of Mexico and the Tampa Bay, around 23 miles west of Tampa.
St. Augustine is along Florida's east coast on the Atlantic side, around 40 miles south of Jacksonville.
The Amazon Fresh grocery stores are not Whole Foods and operate independently, according to Amazon.CLEARWATER, Fla. — Florida's first Amazon Fresh store could be coming soon to northern Pinellas County — at least it looks like it.The site is located at the corner of ...
The Amazon Fresh grocery stores are not Whole Foods and operate independently, according to Amazon.
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Florida's first Amazon Fresh store could be coming soon to northern Pinellas County — at least it looks like it.
The site is located at the corner of Enterprise and McMullen Booth roads in Safety Harbor in what used to be a Winn-Dixie that closed in 2021. The 35,000-square-foot storefront has been vacant since, but more development has been seen outside the building, including a fresh coat of paint and other green features.
The look is similar to a design used by other existing Amazon Fresh stores elsewhere in the United States. 10 Tampa Bay reached out to Amazon for confirmation of the store and in response, the company said, in part: "We don’t comment on our future roadmap."
If an Amazon Fresh is opened in the area, it will not only be the first store in the Tampa Bay area but the first in Florida.
Credit: 10 Tampa Bay; AP Photo/Matt Rourke
You might already be familiar with the online application of Amazon Fresh — a service that allows Prime members to order same-day groceries right to their home, including fresh produce and meats, or shop in-store with an option to pay through the physical cart and not a traditional checkout. Since 2020, Amazon says it has opened about 44 brick-and-mortar Amazon Fresh stores in states including California, Illinois, Virginia, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, Maryland and Washington D.C.
However, plans for additional Amazon Fresh locations, including here in Florida, may have recently been put on the back burner, according to a report from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. The Sentinel explains Amazon stopped opening new Fresh-branded grocery stores in September 2022 due, in part, to sluggish sales within the company. Then, in January, more than 18,000 Amazon employees were laid off, including some Amazon Fresh staff.
"While new South Florida stores were never officially announced by Amazon, telltale design elements at the locations in Boca Raton and Plantation fueled speculation that they would house Amazon Fresh stores," the Sentinel said in its July report.
The Amazon Fresh grocery stores are not Whole Foods and operate independently, according to Amazon. Within these stores, shoppers are reportedly able to have a "seamless" grocery shopping experience.
Shoppers have access to national brands and Amazon-owned ones offering "high-quality produce, meat and seafood." Amazon says their stores also have a "culinary team" offering a "range of delicious prepared foods made fresh in-store every day."
