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Weight Loss/Ideal Protein

The science of weight loss

Reset your mind and body with the Ideal Protein protocol

The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method is a comprehensive, medically designed weight management protocol that promotes weight loss while sparing muscle mass. It is a three-phase method that focuses not only on weight loss but also on creating sustainable lifestyle changes to help you maintain your weight loss and new healthy life.

Participants in St. Tammany Health System’s Ideal Protein program, which operates under the supervision of our Northlake Surgical Associates clinic in Covington, will meet weekly one-on-one with our registered dietitian/Ideal Protein coach, who will help motivate, guide and educate you through your weight-loss journey.

Included in the program are high-quality, great-tasting foods – breakfast, lunch and snacks, plus carefully calibrated vitamins and minerals – all specially chosen to assist not just in weight loss but in the management of a number of chronic conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and gastric reflux.

Scroll down for more about at St. Tammany Health System’s Ideal Protein program or contact Rachel Posner RD LDN at (985)892-3766.

Already know everything you need to know to get started? Simply fill out a current health profile and success agreement and return it to our clinic via fax, email or in person. (Contact info at bottom of page.) Our registered dietitian will then review your information and reach out to schedule an appointment.

A closer look

Additional hospital services provided through St. Tammany Health System:

Phase 1: Weight loss

In Phase 1, you’ll reset your body to burn fat by restricting carbohydrates, thus optimizing fat loss through ketosis, a safe and natural state in which the body mobilizes stored fat as its alternative energy source. You’ll remain in Phase 1 until you’ve reached your weight-loss goal.

Phase 2: Stabilization

In Phase 2, you’ll reset your mind to maintain a healthy weight and build healthy habits. With the help of a nutrition coach, you’ll slowly reintroduce carbs and healthy fats. You’ll also receive a Macro Code, tailored specifically to you, based on the number of macronutrients you need to maintain your new, healthy weight.

Phase 3: Maintenance

In Phase 3, you’ll continue receiving education and support from your coach and clinic for 12 months following the stabilization phase (above). That includes support and guidance on food choices, as well as new strategies regarding nutrition, healthy eating patterns, behavior change and environment.

Why Ideal Protein?

Being overweight isn’t your fault. It’s a health issue caused by the North American diet that can lead to serious, chronic medical conditions. The Ideal Protein protocol starts with losing self blame and loving yourself as you are. That’s where the science takes over.

Additional resources

Additional resources Related services at St. Tammany Health System include:

Medical nutrition program

An outpatient registered dietitian is available to provide medical nutrition therapy individually for persons with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight management, pre-diabetes or other nutrition-related problems. In order to make an appointment with the outpatient registered dietitian, please call (985) 892-3766 and ask to speak with the dietitian.

Diabetes education

Diabetes can be challenging, whether you’re newly diagnosed or you or a loved one has been living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes for a while. But you don’t have to go it alone. St. Tammany Health System’s Diabetes Education program provides the resources and the support you need not just to manage your diabetes but to thrive in the process.

Sleep Disorders Center

Sometimes, a lack of sleep is the result of an underlying issue. The good news is that those issues are often treatable, which means getting a good night’s sleep doesn’t have to be the stuff of dreams. What’s more, the specialists at St. Tammany Health System’s Sleep Center are trained and equipped to help you catch some precious Z’s.

We are here.

Whether you’ve got a question to ask or an appointment to keep, getting in touch with us is a cinch. Here’s what you need to know:

St. Tammany Health System
Ideal Protein Program

Northlake Surgical Associates

606 W. 11th Ave.

Covington, LA 70433

Ph: 985-892-3766
Fox: 985-893-9567

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Friday

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