About the Injections:

Lipotropic compounds are substances that help stimulate the breakdown of lipid (fat) during metabolism and, in this way, reduce the accumulation of excess fat in the liver and other tissues. Injections of carefully calibrated doses of natural lipotropic nutrients can improve your ability to shed fat.

Lipotrophic agents promote the transportation and use of fats, helping to prevent the accumulation of fat in the liver. Vitamin A has an important and specific effect on lipid metabolism.

Many substances have lipotropic properties. The most effective lipotropic agents for weight loss purposes are choline, inositol and methionine. Through their involvement in lipid (fat) metabolism, lipotropic agents help maintain a healthy liver.

Injection Combinations

At Tuscaloosa Weight Loss Center, our physicians use lipotropic injections that include a combination of lipotropic agents, important amino acids and vitamins to help you lose weight more quickly and effectively. Depending on your body’s composition, chemistry and weight loss goals, our doctors may recommend any of the following combination of injectable therapies:

B12 Injections:
The B12 vitamin injections are important to keep the brain and nervous system functioning normally and for the formation of red blood cells. By synthesizing and regulating DNA, B12 is involved in cellular metabolism. It also plays a vital role in fatty acid synthesis and energy production. Many medications, certain medical conditions, and the normal aging process can lead to a B12 deficiency.

B12 + Lipotropics:
The vitamin cocktail included in the B12 and Lipotropic shots are compounds that enhance liver function and increase the flow of fats and bile from the liver and gallbladder. By definition, a lipotropic substance decreases the deposit, or speeds up the removal of fat within the liver. The key amino acids used to make these shots are: Vitamin B12, Choline, Methione, and Inositol.

Choline supports the health of the liver in its processing and excretion of chemical waste products within the body. Moreover, it is required for the transport and metabolism of fats and cholesterol within the body, which is important for the healthy support of the endocrine, cardiovascular and hepatic systems.

-- Metabolizes fat
-- Deficiency can lead to Cirrhosis and fatty degeneration of the liver and hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis)
-- It is being used today for ailments such as gall bladder trouble, diabetes, Muscular
-- Dystrophy, Glaucoma, senility and memory problems (forgetfulness)
-- Choline detoxifies amines that are the by-products of protein metabolism

Methione is one of the sulphur-containing amino acids (cysteine & cystine are others) and is important for many bodily functions. It acts as a lipotropic agent to prevent excess fat buildup in the liver and the body, is helpful in relieving or preventing fatigue and may be useful in some cases of allergy because it reduces histamine release. Patients with a Sulfa allergy should not take this injection.

-- It works with Choline to detoxify amines which are the by-products of protein metabolism.
-- It acts as a catalyst for Choline and Inositol, opening up their function.
-- Along with Choline it aids in reducing liver fat and protects the kidneys

-- Deficiency of Inositol can lead to hair loss
-- It works with Vitamin E to facilitate its actions in the treatment of Muscular Dystrophy.
-- It is used in nerve and muscle disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy. Caffeine may cause depletion of Inositol

Myoden is comprised of Adenosine which is a naturally occurring substance in the body that increases energy and has a positive effect on weight loss, stamina and overall mood. It is great for chronic fatigue, weight loss plateau, thyroid disorder, and very slow metabolism.