Weight Loss medications
Freedom from cravings. Power to change.
Supercharge what's possible with Pritikin.
Medication can help silence cravings. Pritikin helps you build the life you’ve always wanted. With support from a physician-led team of wellness experts and a proven approach to lifestyle change, a stay at the Pritikin Center can supercharge your journey toward a stronger, healthier you.
Supercharge your Success with Pritikin
Weight loss medications are most effective when paired with lifestyle change — that’s not just advice, it’s clinical guidance. Pritikin is the original physician-led diet and exercise program designed to work alongside weight loss medication, backed by over 100 published studies. As an immersive health retreat, Pritikin gives you the structure, support, and expert coaching to build lasting habits — and turn short-term weight loss into long-term success.
Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss
The Hidden Cost of Losing Weight Without a Plan
See why quick, medical weight loss alone costs you muscle — and how combining medication with lifestyle change supercharges fat loss, strength, and long-term health.
Two Paths, Two Outcomes: A Visual Simulation of the Weight Loss Journey
This simulation compares two possible journeys for a 45-year-old woman who is 40 pounds overweight — one using weight loss medication alone, and the other combining medication with lifestyle change.
The result is a compelling, research-backed illustration of how different choices can shape dramatically different outcomes.
During Drug Therapy
Use the slider below to see what happens when a woman loses 40 pounds two ways: with medication alone or with medication plus lifestyle change. Medication alone can lead to significant muscle loss — over a third of the weight lost is muscle, which is critical for metabolism and overall health. But when paired with strength training and balanced nutrition, you preserve muscle, improve body composition, and boost your metabolism.
During Drug Therapy
This first section explores what happens when a woman loses 40 pounds — through two very different approaches. One relies on medication alone. The other combines medication with lifestyle change, including strength training and balanced nutrition. The outcomes reveal just how much the quality of weight loss can differ — not just in how you look, but in how your body functions and feels.
Medication Alone
- Higher risk of dropout due to GI side effects
- High muscle loss
- High risk of bone density loss
- Reduced metabolism (meaning your body uses energy at a lower rate)
- Less toned body
The Bottom Line:
Lower success, with higher muscle loss, and lower metabolism which could make it easier to gain weight in the future when eating the same foods.
Medication with Lifestyle
- Lower risk of drop out due to GI side effects
- Increased weight loss
- Lower muscle loss
- Lower risk of bone density loss
- Maintained metabolism
- More toned body
The Bottom Line:
Higher overall success, higher fat loss, better body composition, improved tone, and a stronger, healthier metabolism.
One Year After Stopping Drug Therapy
One year after stopping weight loss medication, the paths diverge more clearly. Research shows that without lifestyle changes many people regain up to two-thirds of their lost weight within a year, while others regain all of it within 1-2 years.* Below, we compare that common — and preventable — outcome with the long-term success of someone who combined medication with sustainable habits. Her story shows what’s possible when lifestyle change becomes part of the solution.
One Year After Stopping Drug Therapy
Use the slider below to see how the story unfolds one year after stopping weight loss medication. Without lifestyle change, most people regain much of the weight — often as fat, not muscle — slowing metabolism and reversing progress. But when paired with sustainable habits, medication leads to lasting success. You preserve muscle, maintain results, and gain strength, energy, and vitality that lasts.
Medication Alone
- 66% of weight loss is gained back
- Regained weight is largely fat
- Less body tone
- Body composition changes to have a greater proportion of weight as fat
The Bottom Line:
A large percentage of weight returns but largely as fat making the body composition worse than before therapy making you metabolically less healthy.
Medication with Lifestyle
- Lower risk gaining back weight
- Better muscle to fat ratio
- Better fitness level and body tone
The Bottom Line:
Better overhaul health and body composition with lower likelihood of regaining weight
Which path leads to the life you want to live?
You’ve seen the difference. Same starting point — two very different outcomes. Lifestyle change isn’t optional; it’s essential to lasting success. That’s why weight loss medications are always meant to be paired with healthy habits. But while most doctors can’t help you make those changes, Pritikin can. For 50 years, our physician-led team has helped people lose weight, keep muscle, and build a healthier future — one habit at a time.
Weight Loss Medications Don't Replace a Healthy Lifestyle. They Make It Possible.
At Pritikin, we don’t just recommend lifestyle change — we teach it, support it, and help you live it. Our immersive, physician-led retreat surrounds you with the expert guidance, structure, and tools to make meaningful change stick.
Pritikin Is Where Lifestyle Change Happens
Physician Consultations & Testing
- Up to 90 Minutes of Personal Consultations with an Endocrinologist or Cardiologist.
- DEXA Body Scan, Exercise Tolerance Test (ETT) & Comprehensive Blood Panels
Fitness Program
- Personal Fitness Consultation
- Strength Training to Preserve Muscle
- 24 Structured Small Group Personal Training Sessions
- 80+ Elective Exercise Classes
Wellness Education
- 10 Master Classes w/ Physicians
- 11 Nutrition Workshops
- 8 Psychologists Led Sessions
- 8 Fitness Specialists Led Sessions
Food & Nutrition
- One-On-One Consultation with a Registered Dietitian
- Meals That Ease Digestive Side Effects
- Cooking School
Luxury Resort
- Deluxe Accommodations
- 800-Acre Tropical Resort
- Golf & Tennis
- Luxurious Spa
Add-On Services
- Personal Consultations & Training
- Advanced Medical Testing
- Sleep Apnea Screening
- On-Going Remote Support
We Get it.
You’ve Tried Before — This Time, It’s Different
Lifestyle change is hard. Especially alone. But now, with cravings quieted and motivation rising, a real opportunity opens.
At Pritikin, you’ll be supported by a full team of physicians, registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, and wellness experts — all focused on helping you succeed. You’ll learn to enjoy food that nourishes you, movement that energizes you, and progress you can see — in your body and your labs.
This isn’t just another try.
This is the time it clicks.
summer rates Starting at
$5900 per week
For stays of two-weeks or more. Programs include the full physician supported Pritikin Program, deluxe resort accommodations, fitness program, cooking school, wellness master classes and meals. Additional seasonal pricing and upgrades available upon request.
FAQs
Can I get weight loss medications at Pritikin?
At Pritikin, our physicians do not typically prescribe weight loss medications. However, we offer comprehensive support to guests who are already taking such medications, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout their stay. Additionally, for guests considering weight loss medications, we provide unbiased advice to help them make informed decisions about their health journey.
Can I use my medical savings Account (MSA)?
Yes! You can use your Medical Savings Account (MSA) to help cover the cost of your stay at Pritikin. Because our program is medically supervised and focused on preventing and managing chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, many guests are able to apply their MSA funds toward their wellness experience here. Be sure to check with your plan administrator to confirm eligibility.
Will my insurance cover my stay at Pritikin?
At Pritikin, we do not accept insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid. However, we do accommodate payments through Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), providing an option for individuals to utilize these funds for our services.
Do you offer an online or remote program?
Pritikin’s membership is a complimentary service offered exclusively to guests after their stay, valid for one year. This exclusive benefit is not available through other means or channels.
How do I make a reservation at Pritikin?
To make a reservation, please call (800) 327-4914. Our dedicated Program Advisors are available to assist you and address any inquiries you may have. They will also tailor a program to suit your individual requirements. Due to the personalized nature of our services, online reservations are not currently available.
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