Have you ever been on a diet to lose 5, 10, 15, 20 pounds or more? Have you lost the initial weight only to gain it back? Have you ever quit a diet within days of starting because you weren’t seeing any progress or because it was too hard to stick with? If so, you are not alone.
At any given time 1 out of 3 women and 1 out of 4 men are on a diet in this country. Two-thirds of all dieters regain any lost weight within one year and almost all regain the weight within 5 years. The diet industry is a $40 + billion per year industry with all of the diet foods, programs, pills, etc. that are marketed to the consumer. Ask yourself this question: If these programs/pills/foods really work, why do we need so many? And why are there new programs coming out at every turn?
Programs that promise quick weight losses with calorie restriction do cause initial weight loss, but participants lose mainly muscle mass. The number on the scale may change initially, but the health effects of loss of muscle mass are detrimental to long term weight loss goals. Muscle burns more calories than fat, doing so even when we are sleeping.
Diets that are low-fat tend to be high in carbohydrates. Diets that are low carb tend to be high in protein. All of this can have detrimental effects on the body’s hormone levels. Hormones are the chemical messengers in our bodies that regulate a variety of essential functions including our metabolism.
For most individuals, losing weight and keeping it off is not just about counting calories; it requires a change in the way we think about our health. It requires a commitment to lifestyle changes, but also the identification and correction of the multiple underlying causes for weight gain. These include but are not limited to: hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, food sensitivities, and imbalances of brain neurotransmitters that trigger feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress.
An ideal weight loss program addresses all of the underlying causes of weight gain/weight loss resistance and has life-long sustainability without causing feelings of deprivation that lead to failure and regaining of lost weight. An ideal program does not disturb the important hormonal balance necessary to maintain proper bodily functions.
If you are tired of yo-yo dieting, want a program that is customized to fit your specific needs, addresses the underlying causes of weight gain and want to see initial results in 2-3 weeks, the JAVÃNI Shape Up Program is for you. If you are tired of carrying the extra FAT on your body, make the change for a longer, healthier life by calling 281.491.1151 today.
Dr. Afreen Pappa is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She was named one of Houston’s Top Docs 2009 by H Texas Magazine.
Dr. Afreen Pappa is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She was named one of Houston’s Top Docs 2009 by H Texas Magazine.