Medical Weight Loss Solution
SO, YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT…..
There are many underlying causes of weight problems that must be addressed, otherwise any weight loss will only be temporary. Here are some of the factors that attribute to our modern society’s weight problems: Environmental toxins, brain chemistry disorder, adrenal and thyroid dysfunction, hormone imbalance, as well as food sensitivities.
Environment: All of us are bombarded with toxins and potentially harmful chemicals on a daily basis. They are found in our foods, in cosmetics and body care products, pesticides, paint, carpets – to name just a few. As a protective mechanism, our body sequesters these harmful substances in the fat tissue to keep them from poisoning us. So, an excess accumulation of toxins can be one reason why your body is holding on to extra fat deposits and you may have difficulty shedding those extra pounds. A medically supervised detoxification program can help.
Brain Chemistry: Got sugar cravings? How about breads and white flour? Alcohol? We often experience those cravings that sabotage our weight loss efforts because of an imbalance in brain chemistry. Low levels of serotonin, our ‘feel good’ hormone, for instance will cause anxiety, mind- racing as well as carbohydrate cravings. Sugars and carbohydrates will raise serotonin so we feel better temporarily. “Comfort foods” are aptly named as they cause this neurological calming effect. But, until brain chemistry is balanced and restored again you will fight those cravings. A simple lab test can detect any imbalances.
Adrenals: We live turbo-charged, stressful lives which can wreak havoc on our adrenals. Those elevated levels of cortisol, our ‘stress hormone,’ will cause insomnia, foggy thinking, mood swings and also weight gain – especially in the abdominal area. If cortisol remains elevated on a consistent basis, eventually our adrenals will become exhausted. That is the time – with low energy and fatigue – when we consume more sugar or caffeine for that quick energy burst. So, if you want to lose weight and want to avoid many other potentially dangerous health issues you must get your cortisol under control. What is stress level?
Thyroid: The thyroid gland controls metabolism. Thyroid dysfunction ensures weight problems – weight gain in case of a sluggish thyroid or undesirable weight loss if overactive. Thyroid disorders are prevalent in people who have dieted repeatedly, have auto-immune issues or food sensitivities. If you experience cold hands and feet, weight gain, or hair loss you may have thyroid issues. A complete thyroid test consists of 5 markers: TSH, T3, T4, RT3 and TPO. If your physician has only tested for the usual TSH you simply do not have a complete.
Hormones: Excess estrogen also called estrogen dominance is a major contributor to those extra fat deposits in our ‘problem areas’ such as abdomen, buttocks and thighs. How do we get those estrogens or estrogen-like compounds? From our meats, birth control pills, plastics, etc. But hormonal imbalance also causes infertility, mood swings, insomnia, low libido, foggy thinking, and so much more. Remember, our hormones (Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone) are designed to be in balance. If one player is off the whole symphony sounds lousy.
Food Sensitivities: The human genome has distinctly individual variations. Whole wheat bread is healthy for some and deadly to others – particularly to those with Gluten Intolerance. Some foods cause inflammatory reactions in your body. Chronic inflammation is a stressor to the body and will increase cortisol levels. Elevated cortisol, our stress hormone, will cause weight gain. Discovering and eliminating foods that are incompatible and a stressor to your body will help you drop those extra pounds and restore your energy.
If you are ready to find out the root cause of your weight problems, if you are ready to improve your body composition and loose those unhealthy extra pounds, if you are ready to regain health and wellness, please call Lisa our New Patient Coordinator and schedule your appointment with Dr Howton today.
