Of everything people worry about with GLP-1 injections, this is the one that comes up most: am I losing muscle instead of fat? It’s a fair thing to worry about. Muscle underpins strength, mobility, blood sugar control and (further down the line) whether you can live independently. If appetite drops
What is Food Noise? For many people, the relationship with food isn’t just about physical hunger; it is dominated by “food noise.” Food noise refers to the persistent, intrusive mental chatter and obsessive thoughts about food that drive overeating. Unlike physical hunger, which builds gradually and can be satisfied by
Initial effects of Weight loss pen During your first month (on the starting dose), you can expect eight loss of 1-4% of your starting weight (or 1-3kg). Although patients expect to lose the most weight in the first month, to ease side effects as you adjust we begin on a
Weight Management and the Aging Process Weight management and healthy aging are closely connected. Carrying excess body fat, especially visceral fat around the internal organs, can contribute to persistent low grade inflammation. Over time, this inflammation may damage cells, speed up the aging process and increase the risk of chronic
Distinguishing Subcutaneous and Visceral Fat Visceral fat can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease and other health problems. Learn what causes it and how to reduce it safely. The “apple” body shape where fat is largely distributed around the stomach is more common in men as women are likely
Weight loss plateaus are frustrating especially when you have given up so much, but unfortunately progress is influenced by more than motivation and willpower. Factors like stress, nutrition, sleep, medication and medical conditions can all play a role. It is always more useful and healthy to identify if there is
