Lindora

Review In a Nutshell

Founded in 1971, Lindora is a Southern California-based weight management company with 34 clinics spread out across five counties. The Lindora “Lean for Life” program is described as medically based and clinically proven. Clients’ weight loss programs are supervised by a doctor, and clinical trials in obesity-related health issues are run through the company. The goal of the program is to modify your eating habits and lifestyle, but the program also promises rapid weight loss and uses a modified version of a high-protein, low carbohydrate approach which they call “smart carb.” The program lasts for ten weeks, including eight weeks of weight loss and two weeks of “metabolic adjustment.” In addition to the face-to-face clinic appointments, there are also telephone and online-based versions of the program available to non-locals, with a similar emphasis on expert support and guidance from a “nurse educator.”

How Does It Work?

The “Lean for Life” program is essentially the same whether you’re going to the clinic or using the online or phone versions; a clinic evaluation will include bloodwork testing, blood pressure analysis, and body composition analysis. The diet itself is low-carb and low fat (about 50 -100 carbs per day for the first part of the program). Moderate exercise like walking is recommended, with the suggested goal of 10 000 steps or 3-5 miles a day. (You are encouraged to wear a pedometer while on the program).

Who Is It Good For?

Considering that Lindora emphasizes medical supervision and rapid weight loss, the “Lean for Life” program is probably a good choice for those who are dangerously obese and require medical monitoring to achieve their weight loss safely. Likewise someone with health issues that may complicate a weight loss plan will appreciate the medically-oriented approach.

Highlights

• Medical supervision and educational materials
• Focused on rapid weight loss
• Concerned with health issues, especially those relating to obesity
• Online program allows for communication with other program members
• Telephone option available for those who need more supervision, or need to ask questions