Its not about how you look, its about how you feel both physically and mentally.
That said, obesity can come with an increased risk of adverse health conditions, both physical and mental.
But while these medications may be effective, they are equally as complex.
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Read on for their top tips for taking care of your mind and body while navigating this journey.
But the decision to take anti-obesity medications is between you and your doctorand you two alone.
Its a personal choice and one that takes your physical and emotional needs into consideration.
Lets take a look at some of the things you might want to consider before considering a GLP-1.
Patients who have had metabolic issues and issues with their body also often find their depression harder to handle.
We also share expert tips for nurturing your mental and physical health when taking GLP-1s.
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Managing Your New Relationship With Food
We all think about eating to some extentits crucial for life.
Food noise is a colloquial term for a chronic preoccupation with food and eating.
However, its possible to take some steps to reduce food noise even if you’re not taking GLP-1s.
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Additionally, experts share that people may benefit from these strategies while using the medication.
Why can she work 60 hour weeks AND clean her house and and and?
I didnt want someone comparing themselves to a version of me that didnt exist.
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That is, someone who lost all of this weight based on ‘willpower’ alone.
Willpoweris a finite resource, which is why most weight loss attempts are ultimately unsuccessful.
“I Don’t Feel Like Myself Anymore”
Losing weight feels empowering and often boosts self-esteem.
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However, losing weight doesnt always equate to feeling better mentally.
Some people who lose weight successfully might not feel entirely like themselves after the weight comes off.
Im physically smaller now, and my body fits into smaller clothing sizes.
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This still shocks me every time I get dressed and look in the mirror.
Here are some things that have changed for Michele since embarking on her GLP-1 weight loss journey.
Comments about peoples bodies still affect her even when they arent directed toward her.
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I felt like I had let down everyone who was rooting for me.
So I started resorting to extreme measures, using laxatives and taking diet pills.
All articles in this package were medically reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS.
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