A lipotropic injection is a weight loss supplement in an injectable form that contains different nutrients and fat-burning compounds. When injected into the body, those ingredients immediately enter the bloodstream and helps increase energy levels, promote a healthy liver, and speed metabolism. We administer lipo injections at our Bend clinic. Vials can be purchased from Flow Wellness and injections self-administered at home.

What’s In It?

Pyridoxine, known as Vitamin B6, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in numerous bodily functions:​​

• Metabolism Support: It aids in the metabolism of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring that the body efficiently uses these macronutrients for energy. ​

• Cognitive Function: B6 is essential for brain health, contributing to neurotransmitter synthesis, which affects mood regulation and cognitive abilities. ​

• Hemoglobin Production: It assists in the formation of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body.

• Inositol:

Inositol, often referred to as vitamin B8, is a carbohydrate found naturally in the body and various foods:​

• Mental Health: It has been shown to reduce anxiety by influencing serotonin pathways, thereby promoting mental well-being.

• Insulin Sensitivity: Inositol can improve insulin sensitivity, aiding in better blood sugar control, which is particularly beneficial for individuals with metabolic syndrome or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). ​

• Hormonal Balance: It plays a role in regulating hormones, potentially improving ovarian function and menstrual regularity in women with PCOS.

Methionine is an essential amino acid that is important for the proper functioning of various processes in the body, including protein synthesis, metabolism, and detoxification. Potential benefits of Methionine injections include:

• Liver health: Methionine is necessary for the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the liver from damage caused by toxins and free radicals. Methionine injections may be helpful in supporting liver health and preventing liver damage.

• Skin health: Methionine is also involved in the synthesis of collagen, a protein that helps keep the skin strong and elastic. Methionine injections may be beneficial for improving skin health and reducing the signs of aging.

• Athletic performance: Methionine is involved in the synthesis of creatine, a compound that is important for muscle energy metabolism. Methionine injections may be helpful for improving athletic performance and reducing muscle fatigue.

• Mood and brain function: Methionine is a precursor to several neurotransmitters, including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which are important for regulating mood and brain function. Methionine injections may be useful for improving mood and cognitive function.

Choline is an essential nutrient that plays a critical role in various bodily functions, including brain function, liver health, and muscle movement.  The benefits of choline include:

• Improved brain function: Choline is a precursor to acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory, learning, and cognitive function. Choline injections may help improve brain function and cognition, particularly in people with low levels of choline.

• Enhanced liver health: Choline is essential for liver health, and choline injections may help protect against liver damage and support liver function.

• Increased energy and metabolism: Choline is involved in the metabolism of fats and energy production, and choline injections may help boost energy levels and metabolism.

• Improved physical performance: Choline may help reduce fatigue and improve athletic performance, and choline injections may provide a more potent and immediate effect compared to oral supplements.

Are These Injections a Substitute for the Gym?

Lipotropics work quickly when used to supplement a healthy weight loss program. You will get the best results with regular exercise and a healthy diet plan. They are not a substitute for the gym but instead are designed to complement all of your efforts and help you achieve your goals faster than you would if you didn’t add them to your routine.

Knowing that you will get the best results when you stay committed to your diet plan and fitness routine will help motivate you to push harder so that you can achieve your desired body as quickly as possible.

Lipotropics will increase your energy levels which will help motivate you to push through your workouts even when you are on a restrictive diet. They promote liver health and can help speed your metabolism so that your body can burn fat more efficiently and, in doing so, help you lose weight.

Am I a Candidate?

The best candidate for these injections are patients who want to lose weight, are healthy, and are committed to a weight loss plan that includes a healthy diet and regular exercise routine. Understanding the purpose and limitations of these injections will enable you to view them as a supplement, not a solution. Contact us for a free consultation.

Benefits of lipo injections have not been evaluated by the FDA.  These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Lipo injections must be obtained with a prescription by a licensed medical provider. This blog post is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.