Not Just for Weight Loss: 8 Health Hacks of GLP-1 Agonists
At-a-Glance GLP-1 agonists medications work for weight loss and have shown improvement in key health markers like blood pressure, cholesterol levels and inflammation. 8 health hacks you may benefit from while on GLP-1 agonists medications. Jump to list. Extra tips to ensure your overall health while on GLP-1 agonists medication. Discover the surprising […]
Ready to Ditch Diets? Break the Cycle for a Healthier You
Reviewed by Shandalla Rumack, MSA, L.Ac., MSN, APRN, FNP-C of Forum Health Bloomingdale At a Glance: How does cyclical dieting affect your physical and mental health and actually make it harder to lose weight in the long run? What can you do to feel in control of your health and not have to […]
Experts Answers: Which Weight Loss Tips are Myths & How Injections Really Work
At a Glance: Consider what you thought or have been told is healthy might actually be holding you back from losing weight. Weight loss is more than calories in – calories out. Long-term, sustainable weight loss requires balanced hormones, lowering inflammation, and eliminating toxins from your body. Watch the Expert Talk with […]
Weight Loss vs. Weight Maintenance: I Lost the Extra Pounds, Now What?
Reviewed by Dawn Nabors, APRN-CNP of Forum Health Akron At a Glance: Learn the benefits of transitioning from simply having a weight loss goal to embracing a weight maintenance mindset. Understand how blood sugar regulation can have a profound impact on weight loss and long-term optimal weight maintenance. Discover key habits that have […]
Break Free from Weight Loss Medication Stigmas: Debunk Myths, Heal Your Mind, and Reclaim Your Health
Reviewed by Amanda Dyar Moss, APRN, FNP-C of Forum Health Greenville At a Glance: Learn how weight loss struggles can impact mental health. Discover and debunk stereotypes and weight loss myths about medications and injections. Understand why medications are a legitimate tool for lasting health. Take our weight loss resistance quiz. […]
The Gender Factor in Weight Loss & How it Affects These 5 Key Factors
Reviewed by Bruce Hamby, PA-C of Forum Health Michigan At a Glance: What are the 5 Key Factors you should be paying attention to when trying to lose weight. Is the hype around protein really that important? And how much do women need versus men? Losing weight on GLP-1s is no longer news, but […]
Understanding Weight Loss Injections: Types and Benefits
Reviewed by Tara Scott, MD, FACOG, FAAFM, NCMP of Forum Health Akron At a Glance: Discover the benefits of weight loss injections, including appetite-suppressant options and fat-burning solutions. Understand how these injections function by suppressing appetite, boosting metabolism, and aiding in blood sugar regulation. Learn about the intended users of these injections—individuals with a […]
Is Strength Training Good for Weight Loss?
Reviewed by Holly Alderman PA-C of Forum Health Medical Weight Loss The one thing you DON’T want to lose on your weight-loss journey is muscle. Learn why it’s important to preserve and build muscle, and how it actually supports your weight-loss efforts. At a Glance… Muscles burn more calories than fat. 5 benefits of […]
Functional Medicine Doctor Responds to Oprah Winfrey Weight Loss
Reviewed by Shilpa P. Saxena, MD of Forum Health Tampa GLP-1 weight loss medications take center stage with Oprah Winfrey returning to daytime TV to address obesity as a disease and the medications taking the industry by storm. At a Glance: Forum Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Shilpa P. Saxena responds to Oprah Winfrey […]
Take the Quiz: Are You Struggling with Weight Loss Resistance?
Reviewed by Alicia Barkholtz, FNP-C of Forum Health Fond du Lac Feeling frustrated by your efforts to lose weight? Despite your best attempts, do those extra pounds just refuse to budge? If so, you might be experiencing weight loss resistance, a common obstacle many individuals face on their journey to better health. What is Weight […]
What do Stress, Sleep, and Hormones Have to do with Weight Loss?
By Staff of Forum Health Las Colinas If you’ve ever tried to lose weight in the past, you know it can be incredibly frustrating: You can eat well, exercise, and still the weight stays on. What could be causing this? Well, your body is unique, so we can’t know precisely what’s keeping the weight […]
Beyond the Scale: Unraveling the Health Risks of Obesity, Weight Loss Resistance, and Metabolic Dysfunction
Are you still struggling with weight loss despite calorie counting, dieting and exercise? Experiencing a plateau with your weight loss journey and not sure how to move forward? You know that being overweight or obese is not just about appearance. It significantly impacts nearly all areas of your life making it even more critical to […]
Harnessing Hormones to Optimize Weight Loss
If you’re like many women, you’ve probably been struggling to lose weight for years. You may have tried every diet and exercise program out there, but nothing seems to work. Have you ever considered hormone replacement therapy? Hormone replacement therapy can help you lose weight in a number of ways, including reducing your appetite and increasing […]
How Hormonal Imbalances Affect Weight Loss
By Staff of Forum Health Las Colinas Why am I putting on Weight? And WHY is it so HARD to take it off? f you’re putting on weight easily and having a hard time taking it off, you should know that hormonal imbalances affect weight loss and weight gain. These imbalances could be part of the problem […]
Overcome the Modern Epidemic: Obesity & Weight Loss Resistance
By Staff of Doctors Studio, A Forum Health Provider Modern life can be incredible. Modern technology has allowed us to fly halfway across the world in hours, run a steaming, luxurious hot bath whenever we want one, save lives with modern medicine, send a Rover to Mars & order food from any one of ten […]
8 Tips to Keep Your Caloric “Budget” in Balance During the Holidays
A balanced diet is essential for proper functioning of the entire body. We get calories from everything we eat: from coffee to lattes, shrimp to steak, fruits and vegetables, and everything in between. A calorie, simply put, is the amount of energy that food will produce in the human body. What’s most important, however, is […]
The New Weight Loss Solution Seeing Remarkable Results
By now, you’ve probably seen the craze caused by Semaglutide – also known as Ozempic – the diabetic medication approved for weight loss. However, there is a new peptide creating quite a buzz by helping adults achieve up to 15.7% weight loss weight in a recent study. Introducing Tirzepatide – the generic version of […]
How to Get a Semaglutide Prescription: A Step-by-Step Guide.
What you need to know to get FDA-approved semaglutide medication You’ve heard great things about losing weight with Ozempic or Wegovy and are ready to try it for yourself! But wait. How do you even get this popular weight-loss medication? At Forum Health, we’ve made the process for getting semaglutide simple, straight-forward, and safe for […]