Weight Loss over Forty

  Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery In recent years, the rise of obesity and its related health issues has prompted a surge in interest and options for weight loss interventions.  Among these options, sleeve gastrectomy surgery has gained popularity as an effective solution for individuals struggling with obesity.  This surgical procedure, also known as a vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG), involves the removal of a large portion of the stomach to create a smaller, banana-shaped "sleeve" or tube-like structure.  This reduces the stomach's capacity and limits the amount of food it can hold, leading to reduced calorie intake and weight loss.   Cost Consideration: Sleeve gastrectomy surgery costs can vary widely depending on factors such as geographical location, hospital facilities, and medical team expertise.  The average cost of gastric sleeve surgery is $9,350, according to RealSelf.com.  Insurance coverage might be available for some patients. Time Com...

The Pegan Diet In recent years, the Pegan diet, coined by Dr. Mark Hyman, has been gaining popularity among health enthusiasts as a way to achieve optimal health and wellness.  Weight loss is not the primary goal of the diet, but can be a positive benefit of using principles of the diet.  Pegan dieters have reported losing 22, 60, even 150 pounds.1 The Pegan diet is a hybrid of two popular diets, the Paleo diet and the Vegan diet, and is designed to provide the benefits of both while avoiding their drawbacks. Principles of the Pegan Diet Plant Emphasis : The Pegan Diet places a strong emphasis on consuming plant-based foods, including a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and legumes. These foods provide essential nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants that support overall health. Whole Foods : The diet encourages the consumption of whole, minimally processed foods. This means avoiding highly refined and processed foods, such as sugary snacks, processed meats, and art...

  Mounjaro ™ Mounjaro™ (Tirzepatide) is a popular weight loss medication that has gained a lot of attention in recent years.  It works by mimicking the effects of 2 hormones involved in blood sugar control - Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP).  Mounjaro™ was initially developed and used for blood sugar control for type 2 diabetics, but its use has since extended into the weight-loss arena.  GLP-1 increases satiety and decreases gastric emptying, while GIP is thought to affect regulation and storage of adipose tissue.  The drug is delivered in weekly subcutaneous injections.  The recommended starting dosage of Mounjaro™ is 2.5 mg.  After four weeks, doses may be increased in 2.5 mg increments, as tolerated, up to a maximum of 15 mg once weekly.   Doses are set and monitored by a healthcare provider.   Many people taking the medication experience  side effects and this appears to ...

  Acupuncture Traditional Chinese medicine has used acupuncture for centuries to help with weight loss.  Traditionally, acupuncture has been thought to regulate the flow of qi/chi (energy) in the body, helping to bring balance to the body.  It involves the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote balance.  With regards to weight loss, auricular (ear) acupuncture is most widely used because it is believed that stimulating certain points on the outer ear will help balance two hormones, Ghrelin and Leptin, that help reduce cravings and appetite, thus aiding weight loss.  Ghrelin controls appetite and meal stimulation while Leptin regulates fat storage and metabolism.  One study compared the effectiveness of auricular (ear) acupuncture to body acupuncture in obese women and found that those who received auricular acupuncture lost more weight—approximately 8 pounds more—than those who received acupuncture ...