This isn't a diet. This is a comprehensive, physician-directed program that addresses the biology, hormones, habits, and lifestyle factors behind sustainable fat loss — built around your body, not a generic protocol.
Obesity and excess body fat are not failures of willpower — they are complex medical conditions influenced by hormones, gut health, inflammation, metabolic rate, sleep quality, stress, and genetics. Diets alone fail over 95% of the time because they address calories without addressing biology.
At Viva IV Therapy, Dr. Cordova approaches weight loss the same way he approaches any medical condition — with labs, data, and a personalized protocol that targets the root causes of why your body is holding onto weight.
Sustainable weight loss requires addressing every system that drives fat storage. We combine five evidence-based pillars for results that last.
Physician-prescribed GLP-1 medications and peptide therapies that work directly on your hunger hormones, metabolism, and fat storage mechanisms. Lab work and monitoring included.
Evidence-based dietary strategies tailored to your metabolism, food preferences, and lifestyle — not a one-size-fits-all calorie deficit that leaves you miserable.
Specific resistance training and cardiovascular exercise programming to preserve muscle mass, boost metabolism, and accelerate fat burning during weight loss.
Sleep is the most underrated weight loss tool. Poor sleep drives hunger hormones (ghrelin) up and satiety hormones (leptin) down — sabotaging every diet and workout.
Behavioral patterns, stress management, and sustainable habit formation — because the best plan is one you can actually maintain for life.
GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) receptor agonists represent one of the most significant breakthroughs in obesity medicine in decades. These physician-prescribed medications work by mimicking natural gut hormones that regulate hunger, fullness, blood sugar, and fat metabolism.
Unlike stimulants or appetite suppressants that simply mask hunger, GLP-1 medications address the hormonal root of overeating — helping your brain receive the correct satiety signals it may have been missing for years.
Activates satiety centers in the brain, reducing appetite and food cravings — especially for high-calorie foods.
Slows the rate food leaves your stomach, so you feel full longer after smaller portions.
Stimulates insulin release in response to meals and reduces glucagon, stabilizing blood sugar and reducing fat storage.
Clinical studies show significant reductions in cardiovascular risk, blood pressure, and inflammation markers.
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as biological signals — directing your body to burn fat, build muscle, improve sleep, and optimize hormone production.
Certain peptide compounds stimulate growth hormone secretion, directly enhancing fat metabolism, lean muscle preservation, and body composition — particularly effective for stubborn abdominal fat.
Physician-prescribed peptides in the GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist class target hunger hormones, glucose metabolism, and energy expenditure simultaneously — the most clinically studied class for weight loss.
Support peptides that enhance mitochondrial function, reduce inflammation, and improve recovery — allowing you to train harder and recover faster as you lose weight.
All peptide therapies at Viva IV Therapy are physician-prescribed and individually tailored based on your labs, goals, and health status. We do not prescribe a "one-size" peptide stack.
No crash diets. No extreme restriction. Our nutrition approach is built on the science of metabolic flexibility — teaching your body to efficiently burn both carbohydrates and fat for fuel.
High protein intake (1g per lb of body weight) preserves muscle mass during fat loss, increases satiety, and has the highest thermic effect of any macronutrient — meaning you burn more calories just digesting it.
Minimally processed foods stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and naturally regulate hunger hormones. No calorie-counting required when food quality is high.
Timing carbohydrate intake around workouts maximizes performance and muscle retention while minimizing fat storage. Not all carbs are equal — type and timing matter enormously.
Chronic inflammation drives insulin resistance and fat storage. An anti-inflammatory diet reduces cortisol, improves leptin sensitivity, and makes your body physiologically ready to lose weight.
Drinking 90–120 oz of water daily supports fat metabolism, reduces false hunger signals, and improves energy. Even mild dehydration reduces fat oxidation by up to 10%.
The wrong exercise program can actually slow weight loss by spiking cortisol and triggering hunger. The right combination maximizes fat burning while preserving the muscle you need.
The single most important exercise for sustainable weight loss. Muscle tissue burns 3× more calories than fat tissue at rest — meaning more muscle = higher resting metabolic rate every single day.
Low-intensity steady-state cardio (brisk walking, cycling, light jogging) performed at 60–70% max heart rate. This zone burns the highest percentage of fat as fuel and improves mitochondrial density.
High-intensity interval training creates a powerful "afterburn" effect (EPOC) — your body continues burning elevated calories for up to 24 hours post-workout. Use sparingly to avoid chronic cortisol elevation.
Pro tip: A 10-minute walk after every meal reduces post-meal blood sugar spikes by up to 30% — one of the simplest and most effective fat-loss habits you can adopt immediately.
Poor sleep is one of the most overlooked drivers of weight gain — and one of the first things Dr. Cordova addresses. Just one week of insufficient sleep can reduce insulin sensitivity by 25% and increase ghrelin (hunger hormone) by 28%.
When you sleep less than 7 hours, your body preferentially burns muscle instead of fat during caloric restriction — actively working against your weight loss goals.
Same bedtime and wake time every day — including weekends. Your circadian rhythm controls cortisol, growth hormone, and fat-burning hormones.
65–68°F optimal room temperature. Even small amounts of light suppress melatonin — use blackout curtains and remove electronic screens from the bedroom.
Blue light from phones and TVs delays melatonin release by 2–3 hours. Replace with reading, stretching, or breathing exercises.
Alcohol fragments sleep architecture and suppresses REM sleep. Caffeine has a 5–7 hour half-life — cut off by 1–2pm for optimal sleep quality.
Magnesium is a natural muscle relaxant that improves sleep quality. Our Magnesium IV add-on can rapidly restore optimal levels for better sleep and recovery.
You cannot optimize what you haven't measured. Comprehensive lab work reveals the hidden hormonal and metabolic barriers that make weight loss feel impossible — even when you're doing everything right.
Hypothyroidism affects 1 in 8 women and slows metabolism dramatically. TSH, Free T3, Free T4, and reverse T3 give the full picture — not just the basic TSH most doctors check.
Fasting insulin, HbA1c, and glucose tolerance reveal insulin resistance — the most common hidden driver of fat gain, especially around the abdomen. Often missed until it becomes diabetes.
Low testosterone in men and estrogen imbalances in women directly drive fat gain and muscle loss. TRT in men and hormone balancing in women can dramatically shift body composition.
Chronically elevated cortisol drives visceral (belly) fat accumulation, increases cravings for sugary foods, and suppresses growth hormone. Stress management is non-negotiable for fat loss.
CRP, homocysteine, and ferritin reveal chronic inflammation that drives insulin resistance and makes the body resistant to fat loss. Addressing inflammation is a prerequisite for progress.
Vitamin D, B12, iron, magnesium, and zinc deficiencies all impair metabolic rate and energy production. Deficiencies are extremely common and rarely checked by primary care physicians.
The most powerful weight loss tool is between your ears. Long-term success requires rewiring the behavioral patterns, emotional triggers, and automatic habits that drove the weight gain in the first place.
Instead of "I want to lose 30 lbs," become the person who chooses healthy foods automatically. Identity shifts produce lasting behavior change — goal-chasing does not.
Weigh in weekly (not daily), track protein intake, and monitor energy levels. Data removes emotion from the process and reveals what's actually working.
Chronic stress floods the body with cortisol — the fat-storage hormone. Daily stress reduction (meditation, breathing, nature, exercise) is as important as diet during weight loss.
Weight loss is not linear. Plateaus, water retention, and hormonal fluctuations are normal. The patients who succeed are those who stay consistent through the noise.
Sustainable weight loss is not about suffering through restriction — it's about becoming the healthiest version of yourself through science, support, and the right medical intervention at the right time.— Dr. Jerome J. Cordova, M.D., Founder
Comprehensive initial evaluation with Dr. Cordova to review your health history, goals, and create your personalized protocol.
Full metabolic panel, thyroid, hormones, inflammation, and nutrient status to identify and address every hidden barrier.
Physician-prescribed GLP-1 or peptide therapy with individualized dosing — adjusted monthly based on your response and labs.
Physician-designed nutritional framework tailored to your metabolism, lifestyle, and food preferences. No generic meal plans.
Specific training protocol matched to your fitness level, available time, and weight loss goals — designed to maximize fat loss and preserve muscle.
Regular follow-ups to monitor progress, adjust dosing, review labs, and troubleshoot plateaus — with direct physician access.
Optional IV vitamin therapy to correct deficiencies, boost energy during caloric restriction, and accelerate recovery and metabolism.
Access to our care team for questions, adjustments, and accountability between appointments. You are never doing this alone.
In your free consultation, Dr. Cordova will review your health history, discuss your goals, explain your treatment options, and determine if our medical weight loss program is right for you. No obligation. No pressure.
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GENERAL DISCLAIMER: The services provided have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and services are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The material on our website is provided for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician before beginning any therapy program. Individual results vary. Weight loss results depend on multiple factors including adherence to the program, individual metabolism, and overall health status.