Want to lose the weight without the shots?

Take control of weight loss goals

It's all over the news! Take these shots, and you will magically lose all that weight you've wanted to lose forever. Sounds fantastic, right? While it sounds great to lose weight with little effort, it does not come without negative side effects. Let's start with the common side effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, fatigue, dizziness, and dry mouth. That may not be a deterrent because, let's be real, you could experience these from dieting and exercise. Now, let's look at the serious side effects that can have long-term consequences: allergic reactions, pancreatitis, kidney damage, gallbladder disease, vision changes, hypoglycemia, thyroid tumors, and bowel blockages. In addition, rapid weight loss can result in hair loss, "Ozempic face" (gaunt/hollow look with sagging skin and increased wrinkles), "Ozempic butt" (you get the picture), sarcopenia (muscle and strength loss), bone density loss, and rapid rebound weight gain if you stop taking the drug. A study by the NIH found as much as 40%-60% of the weight loss to be lean muscle. While there are ways to combat some of this effect, first determine if you are willing to take on the other health risks associated with these drugs.

This article is for those who opt not to take on these risks. Weight loss can be achieved and it's not just about calories in, calories out.

Movement

First, let's tackle movement. Besides all the other health benefits, movement boosts your metabolism, reduces stress/anxiety, and improves sleep quality. All of these are necessary for weight loss.

How do I start?

1. Find something you enjoy that is moving. Here are some ideas: walk, dance, yoga, chair yoga, pilates, gardening, group fitness classes, swimming, water aerobics, stretch breaks, pickleball,...

2. Start small. Ideally, you want to have 30 minutes of activity per day. Start with 5 minutes, then do 5 minutes a few times a day, then 6 minutes, and so on.

3. Be consistent. Schedule your day to include your activity.

4. Set realistic goals.

5. Track your movement. If you have a fancy watch, great. If not, keep a small notebook to track your daily movement and keep yourself accountable.

Diet

Probably my number one recommendation before embarking on a diet and exercise program is to do a 14-day detoxification program. Why? Toxicity can stand in the way of your weight loss journey.

A detoxification program also removes the foods that are typically the culprits causing systemic inflammation. This 14-day reset helps you to curb bad eating habits, helping you transition much easier to a clean eating program for lasting success.

Depending on your goals, there are a few diet options after the detox to help you achieve your goals. These might include a 30-day metabolic challenge to reset your insulin sensitivity, a Candida reset, an elimination diet to identify allergens or triggers to underlying health problems, a keto diet guide, or a healthy, balanced meal guide.

Supplements

I've been working with nutritional supplements for 30 years. It is important to remember that supplements are not regulated by the FDA. Therefore, it is important to know that what you are taking is safe and true to its label. This recommendation includes supplements from Ortho Molecular Products, a company I have relied on for many years. They provide evidence-based based stable formulations with superior raw ingredients and rigorous manufacturing in an FDA-audited facility. These products are exclusively available through licensed professionals

During the 14-day detoxification program, you will be supported by our Core Restore supplements:

Core Support

• Enhances Phase II and III Detoxification Mechanisms

• Provides Key Alkalanizing Factors to Support Toxin Excretion

• Supports Healthy Estrogen Detoxification

• Promotes Gastrointestinal Health

Phytocore

• Boosts Liver Health

• Supports Phase I and II Liver Detoxification

• Increases the Body’s Production of Bile

• Supports Immune Balance in Hypersensitive Individuals

Mitocore

• Recharges Cellular Energy Production

• Supports Immune Function

• Increases Antioxidant Protection

• Supports Detoxification Capacity

After the detoxification program, you may choose to continue any of the products from the Core Restore system. I particularly like the Core Support shakes. Then, we will add the following supplements to support your weight loss journey. Every once in a while, a new product comes along that makes you step back and say...Wow! HiPhenolic is my "wow"! When it comes to meeting weight loss goals, support without the negative side effects sounds pretty good to me.

HiPhenolic from Orthomolecular

HiPhenolic provides a targeted blend of key polyphenols. Polyphenols exert a variety of key biological activities, including increasing satiety hormones like GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), decreasing hunger hormones like ghrelin, and activating human metabolism through AMPK (5' adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase) activation. These mechanisms may help to avoid the undesired weight rebound typical of calorie-restricted diets.

Weight Loss Timeline with polyphenols

HiPhenolic support

HepatoCORE from Orthomolecular

HepatoCORE is a targeted blend of aged black garlic extract, bergamot orange extract, and artichoke extract shown to enhance liver fat clearance, protect the liver from toxins and oxidative stress, and help maintain healthy blood pressure levels.

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