Redefining Weight Loss — How MIC Injections and Cutting-Edge Technologies Are Changing the Game

Weight management is a common issue across the globe, and obesity rates continue to rise. For example, 29.2% of Canadian adults were classed as obese in 2021 — a steady increase from 28.2% and 27.7% in 2020 and 2019, respectively.

While weight is a sensitive topic for many of us and not easy to discuss, it’s nevertheless an important aspect of your health. Being heavily overweight or obese can increase an individual’s risk of developing various conditions and diseases. According to the Government of Canada, these include:

• Type 2 diabetes
• Stroke
• Hypertension
• Coronary heart disease
• Osteoarthritis

Maintaining a healthy weight can help to reduce your risk of developing these problems, but let’s be honest — it’s not easy. Simply eating less and exercising more isn’t a practical solution for everyone, especially for people with mobility limitations or disabilities. However, while it may be difficult, achieving a stable weight for your height and build could help you stay healthier in the long run.

Unfortunately, stubborn pockets of fat may remain and refuse to vanish even with a healthy diet and regular exercise. That can be frustrating if you have made an effort to lose weight. But you can try various treatments to remove stubborn fat and cultivate a smoother, more defined shape.

In this post, we’ll cover three cutting-edge weight-loss methods that can support your weight loss program.

What are MIC Injections?

MIC injections are a simple, effective way to decrease fatty tissue and boost your metabolism. They’re composed of three lipotropic compounds that promote the release of fatty deposits in multiple areas of the body:

• Methionine — An amino acid that helps to break down fatty deposits in the liver, prevent fat buildup in arteries, and reduce cholesterol levels.

• Inositol — A natural sugar that assists in converting fat into beneficial types of energy.

• Choline — A member of the vitamin B family, choline helps to manage cholesterol levels and weight gain.

MIC infusion treatments are performed by licensed health care experts using the latest equipment.

What are the Benefits of MIC Injections?

MIC infusion can be a positive aid to regular exercise and a healthy diet. Clinical study shows that MIC infusion can lead to the following benefits:

• Faster, more efficient fat burning.

• Increased development of lean tissue.

• Improved liver function and reduced cholesterol.

• Improved mood.

The latter potential benefit means that MIC injections can be good for people affected by depression and related conditions. You may also benefit from it if you have liver or cholesterol issues.

The number of MIC infusions required to achieve and maintain results varies, but we may recommend weekly appointments. The immediacy of results, and their duration, can differ from case to case. However, we’ll be able to provide you with a clearer idea during your pre-treatment consultation.

What is CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is an innovative cryolipolysis treatment designed to freeze and remove stubborn fat that simply will not disappear even with a good diet and an active lifestyle. This is the only non-surgical treatment to use controlled cooling for fat reduction, and it can lead to lasting, visible results.

The CoolSculpting technology administers precisely controlled cooling to target specific areas of the body. It focuses on the fat cells beneath the skin but has no effect on the skin itself.

CoolSculpting can be used on the following areas:

• Inner thighs

• Outer thighs

• Underneath the buttocks

• Upper arms

• Sides / flanks (AKA “love handles” or “muffin top”)

• Double chin

• Back

After treatment, the dead fat cells that have been frozen will be naturally eliminated by the body. This can decrease stubborn fat in target areas by up to 25%.

What are the Benefits of CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting offers the following benefits:

• Achieve a more contoured shape by freezing fat cells.

• No need for anaesthesia — This non-surgical treatment involves no needles and minimal to no discomfort.

• No downtime — Reduce stubborn fat without needing to take time away from work.

On average, CoolSculpting treatments take between one and three hours, though your session may be shorter depending on which area(s) you want to treat. You should need at least two treatments to achieve your goal.

As with other treatments at Astra Medicare, you’ll have a consultation with a member of our team to ensure that this is the right option for you.

What is InMode Evolve Body Shaping?

InMode Evolve is a revolutionary body shaping treatment using radio frequencies (RF) to remodel your body in different areas. It utilizes an all-in-one platform with multiple technologies, and it allows trained professionals to provide a hands-free treatment. That’s ideal for anyone who wants to minimize contact with their treatment provider.

The RF energy generates heat under the skin to melt fat and tighten both the skin and muscle simultaneously. InMode Evolve can be used on the following areas:

• Inner thighs

• Outer thighs

• Underneath buttocks

• Upper arms

• Sides/flanks

• Back

InMode Evoke, which targets fatty deposits and sagging skin on the face and neck, is also available.

What are the Benefits of InMode Evolve Body Shaping?

InMode Evolve offers the following benefits:

• No invasive surgery required — Lie back and relax while the InMode Evolve technology melts away fat cells.

• No downtime — Get a more defined body shape without the need to take time away from your work and responsibilities to recover.

• Suitable for everyone — InMode Evolve can work for people of all skin types and genders.

• Combine with Evoke face shaping — You can try InMode’s Evoke face shaping treatment alongside Evolve to tighten skin around your cheeks, jawline, and neck.

If you want to reduce stubborn fat and tighten tissue and muscle, InMode Evolve could be the treatment you’re looking for.

How to Book Your Consultation

These three treatments can help you shed fat in one or more areas in a safe, effective way.

To learn more about MIC infusion, CoolSculpting, or InMode Evolve treatments, get in touch with Astra Medicare today.