Weight Loss
Managing Weight
Wishing for that magic bullet? Weight-loss can be a struggle. You want to feel like you’re doing something good for your body, but not feel challenged or deprived. There has been so much written about weight-loss, but there has yet to be a program or pill that works universally. There are a multitude of claims online; “lose weight quickly while never feeling hungry,” or “drink this magic elixir it will help lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and help with weight loss.” The program, the price, the emotional components, the ease of implementation, and the support are all integral aspects to healthy weight loss. It’s important that the program works for you, with support and guidance during those inevitable hurdles.
It is hard to have a fulfilling life, with family and friends, when the challenge of weight-loss takes control. With so many options out on the market today, it is hard to know which to select and where to start. Let’s review some of the basic weight-loss approaches.
The Significance of Food
Food provides nutrients, which supply energy for activity, growth, and all functions of the body. It is the fuel that keeps the immune system healthy, and allows the body to grow and repair itself.
Food has cultural significance around the world. It is where people unite and share experiences. Food is the great communicator. It bridges communities and makes connections where there otherwise might have been none.
For those wanting to lose weight, the feeling of being excluded from something so critical to our daily life can be emotionally crippling. Sharing your health journey with family and friends is important to a successful lifestyle change.
Have you been told your problem is physiological or emotional or both?
Emotional Eating
Emotional eating can sabotage your weight-loss efforts. It often leads to eating too much — especially too much of high-calorie, sweet, and fatty foods. The good news is that those of us prone to emotional eating, can take steps to regain control of these negative eating habits, and get back on track with our weight-loss approach.
Which Diet Plan Works?
There are a multitude of diet options on the market. Each program takes a different approach to the protein, fat, and carbohydrate balance included in our foods. There are key nutrients in any successful meal plan, from vitamin A to zinc. Each person responds differently to the physiological mix of key food elements. Personalized meal plans are beneficial, as everyone metabolizes food differently. Planning and budgeting meals takes time and energy, but is the foundation for a successful program. When, where, and with whom we eat are also important in healthy eating. Having a support system can keep you on track with your weight-loss journey.
The DNA Factor (or alternate test)
A newer approach to understanding weight loss has come about with the ease of access to DNA Testing (or alternate test). Our research has shown that just one variant in your genes can lead to drastic differences in the way the body processes food. They influence how people metabolize nutrients and absorb certain vitamins. Our genetic analysis provides individuals with unique genetic results for important nutrition related genes. Using this information may unlock the secret to why so many struggle with the differing weight-loss programs. This supports the need for personalized plans supported by a team approach to weight and health management.
We Can Help
We would like to help you understand a holistic approach to weight loss and the ability to change one’s body composition so that keeping weight off becomes natural. We start with an in-depth consultation where we listen to your case and do a full examination, along with special testing to help you figure out the best approach to a personalized weight-loss and maintenance program.
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