Obesity: A Chronic Disease
Obesity is More Than Just Lifestyle Choice
Understanding Obesity
The body’s appetite system consists of the hypothalamus, amygdala, and frontal cortex. In those with obesity, one or more parts of this system may be overactive, leading to increased motivation to eat, desire for enjoyable foods, and impaired control over eating habits.
The Paradox of Obesity
Interestingly, obesity tends to protect itself. Attempts to lose weight often lead to increased hunger and exhaustion after a few weeks due to persistent high Ghrelin levels, decreased Leptin, and a slowed metabolism. This reduces our ability to burn fat, making weight management a long-term process.
Individualized Weight Management
A Holistic Approach at HMWeightWise
Empowerment and Education
We believe that empowerment and education are key to long-term success. Our program includes educational workshops on various topics such as the physiology of obesity, meal planning, and the impact of chronic diseases like diabetes and dyslipidemia. These workshops will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to make informed decisions about your health and well-being.
Join WeightWise Today
Take control of your health and start your journey towards a healthier, happier you. Contact Us today to learn more about our program and how we can support you every step of the way. Remember, this is a lifelong journey, and it’s okay to seek help. You’re not alone, and with the right support, you can achieve your health goals!
Frequently Asked Questions
Any amount of weight that you lose and continue to keep off is successful. Weight management does not just end when you lose 10, 20, or 30 pounds; it occurs when you continue to utilize the tools that you have been given to maintain your best weight, making you feel healthy. Best weight is different for everybody, it is the weight that helps make you feel like your best self!
No! our bodies naturally continue to lose weight until a certain point because of metabolic patterns. At this point, we reach a plateau where it become difficult to lose weight. While this can be discouraging to many, it is a good sign. Reaching this point and maintain the plateau is important for sustainable weight loss, helping you set a new baseline for yourself.
Many fad diets encourage unhealthy eating patterns that may help you lose weight in the beginning. Once your body adapts to the changes in your eating habits, it adjusts it’s metabolic rate to meet these needs, requiring fewer calories per day. When you achieve your goal and return to previous eating habits, caloric consumption often exceeds your metabolic rate, causing weight gain. Diets may promote foods that are not sustainable for you long term and can have many long-term implications on your mindset around food, portion sizes, and nutrition. It is important to note that the key component of weight management is balance. Enjoy the foods that you love, with a healthy twist that help you maintain your best weight.