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Dark Side of Weight Loss Pills — And the Diet That Actually Works
Weight loss drugs have gotten a lot of news lately, so it comes as no surprise that people are especially excited by the recent FDA approval of a pill version of Wegovy. But weight loss drugs might not be as effective in the long term as diet and exercise. What is Wegovy? Wegovy is a brand name for a semaglutide medication which is part of the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists type of drugs. Another brand name of GLP1-1s is Ozempic. They were originally used
Vicki Witt
1 day ago4 min read


Do Vitamins Really Help You Lose Weight? Here’s What Science Says
If you’re looking to lose weight, a “magic pill” is enticing. Unfortunately, vitamins and minerals alone won’t help you meet your weight loss goals. However, getting enough of these important micronutrients is important for supporting your weight loss efforts. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at which vitamins and minerals which are the most important to consider. Vitamin D Vitamin D is important for improving immunity and keeping bones strong . Research shows it can a
Vicki Witt
Oct 304 min read


The Science of Strength Training: Hormonal Changes You Need to Know After 30
When deciding on the best type of exercise for weight loss, most people think about what will give them the quickest results. But the...
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Oct 75 min read


Is Wheat Making You Fat? The Science Behind the Cravings & Weight Gain
Wheat has many properties that contribute to wheat gain. Gluten is partly to blame, but other parts of wheat also cause weight gain.
Vicki Witt
Aug 263 min read


Are Food Opiates Causing Your Food Addictions
You’ll often hear people say they are addicted to certain foods. But experts have argued that these are not true addictions because they...
Vicki Witt
Jul 253 min read


Why can’t I lose belly fat?
“First place on, last place off.” That’s how many people describe how belly fat happens. For many people excess belly fat seems...
Vicki Witt
Jun 254 min read


How Your Medications Affect Weight Loss
Losing weight can be difficult for anyone, but if you have a chronic condition or need to take medication for another reason it can be...
Vicki Witt
May 275 min read


How Cardio Affects Hormones and Weight Loss
When you’re trying to lose weight, one of the first things you might turn to is exercise. You might head to the gym and hop on an...
Vicki Witt
Apr 235 min read


Black Cohosh For Menopause & More
Many women suffer from the symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety, mood swings and weight gain. They often...
Vicki Witt
Apr 43 min read


Supplements to balance hormones and lose weight
Hormone imbalance is one of the most common causes of weight gain, or inability to lose weight. There are several supplements that can...
Vicki Witt
Mar 124 min read


Signs of hormonal weight gain
If you’re struggling with weight gain that doesn’t seem to make sense, your hormones could be the contributing factor. In this blog post...
Vicki Witt
Feb 204 min read


How to regulate GLP1 naturally
GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic (Semaglutide) have become a very popular way to lose weight. But a better option is to regulate GLP-1...
Vicki Witt
Jan 294 min read


Goal Setting For Lasting Weight Loss
Many people start January with a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight. But few people will achieve this goal. If you want to be one of...
Vicki Witt
Jan 145 min read


Are Fake Meats Really Healthy?
Fake meats are everywhere and they are presented as a healthy alternative to meat. Sold under brand names such as “Beyond Meat” or...
Vicki Witt
Dec 24, 20244 min read


Is Inflammation Preventing You From Losing Weight?
If you’re trying to lose weight, you need to have everything working in your favor. One thing that may be preventing you from losing...
Vicki Witt
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Why Is It Harder to Lose Weight in Your 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond?
Once you get past your 20’s the weight loss game changes. It’s no longer just a case of making simple adjustments to diet and exercise.
Vicki Witt
Nov 25, 20244 min read


The 4 worst ways to lose weight
When you’ve decided it’s time to lose weight you’re likely to wonder what the best way to lose weight is. There are many weight loss...
Vicki Witt
Nov 13, 20245 min read


Benefits of a walk after dinner
You’ve had a long day and just finished dinner. What’s your next step? If you’re trying to improve your health and lose fat then going...
Vicki Witt
Oct 29, 20244 min read


Revitalize Your Thyroid: The Essential Role of Progesterone
If you’re experiencing symptoms like unexplained weight gain, feeling cold and fatigue your physician will likely suspect your thyroid....
Vicki Witt
Oct 16, 20244 min read


How to increase testosterone naturally
We often think of low testosterone as something that causes erectile dysfunction and only affects older men, but low testosterone affects...
Vicki Witt
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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