Weight loss — lost in those two simple words are the enormous efforts people have made to lose weight, often without much success. The reality is that nearly three-quarters of adults in the United States are overweight or obese, and these numbers have been consistent until now.
Thanks to the new GLP-1 weight loss drugs, weight loss has some powerful new weapons, and nearly 12% of Americans have used these medications. Interestingly, the demographic that uses these medications the most is women between the ages of 50 and 64.
Dr. Chetanna Okasi and the team at Women’s Wellness MD offer weight loss services, recognizing that women's fluctuations can have no impact on their weight. So, if you want to shed some excess pounds, GLP-1 weight loss medications are a great tool, but only when combined with other steps. Let’s take a look.
We mentioned that the majority of GLP-1 users are women between the ages of 50 and 64, which makes sense given the effect that menopause can have on weight. The reality is that women gain an average of 1.5 pounds each year during their 50s as they enter postmenopause.
That said, menopause is hardly the only road to excess weight. Women who are dealing with post-pregnancy weight can struggle with weight loss, or women who have common conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome.
Our point is that women have some challenging hurdles when it comes to managing weight, thanks to their reproductive health.
GLP-1 medications are helping millions of people to successfully shed pounds because they work in several key ways, including:
People can eat far less, and many are losing between 10 and 20% of their overall body weight as a result of GLP-1 medications.
While this sounds like a miracle, and it has been close to that for many people, there’s a reality check with GLP-1 medications. Studies are emerging that show stopping GLP-1 medications is often followed by rapid weight regain and reversal of beneficial effects on cardiometabolic markers.
Given that people can quickly regain weight once they stop taking the weight loss drugs, we feel that GLP-1 medications should be considered one tool in a larger toolkit and not as a magic bullet that works alone.
If you really want to lose weight and keep it off, combining GLP-1 medications with lifestyle changes is a far better path forward. We help you develop a healthier lifestyle, including exercise and diet, through our weight loss services.
As you lose weight, we boost your daily exercise to keep your metabolism running strong. And, we review some key nutritional practices that can help you keep the weight off, mostly by shifting your diet to emphasize:
By incorporating these changes into your initial weight loss program, you can prevent gaining weight later and protect your hard-fought weight loss.
So, if you want to lose weight and improve your health, we’re with you every step of the way with our comprehensive weight loss services.
To begin the journey toward a slimmer and healthier version of yourself, contact us today by calling our Columbia or Greenbelt, Maryland, office or using our online booking feature to schedule a consultation.
