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GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic (Semaglutide) have become a very popular way to lose weight. But a better option is to regulate GLP-1 naturally. What is GLP-1? GLP -1 stands for Glucagon-like peptide. It is a hormone made in the small intestine. Its roles in the body include: Triggering a release of insulin from the pancreas. Insulin’s job is to move glucose from the blood to the parts of the body that need it for fuel. Blocks the secretion of glucagon. Glucagon is a hormone tha

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 for a walk should be high on your list. Let's take a look at the benefits of walking after dinner. Benefits of walking after dinner Improved digestion and less bloating. Walking helps food to travel more easily through your digestive system. It helps to speed the digestive process and reduces constipation. Walking has also been shown to preven

If you’re experiencing symptoms like unexplained weight gain, feeling cold and fatigue your physician will likely suspect your thyroid. But treating just the thyroid hormones, if the test even shows low levels, may only be addressing part of the problem. Hypothyroidism or low thyroid hormone levels have several different causes. But one cause that is often overlooked is low progesterone levels. Thyroid 101 Your thyroid is a small gland located at the front of your neck. It p

Did you know there is one easy change you can make to improve your diet and burn fat? It may seem too simple, but drinking more water can make it easier to lose weight. There are several reasons why drinking water helps with weight loss. Let's take a look. Appetite suppressant Water can help to suppress your appetite. Your brain often mistakes thirst for hunger. Water also stretches the stomach making you feel full, at least temporarily. And if you drink water before your mea