If you are using a GLP-1 agonist drug like Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, Saxenda, Victoza, Mounjaro, Byetta, Bydureon, Rybelsus, Adlyxin, or other related medications (1), please take this new caution seriously. These drugs can contribute to intestinal blockages. Some of these medications already included label warnings about this health issue, but not Ozempic. “Blocked intestines, knownContinue reading “In the News: Ozempic and Intestinal Obstruction”
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Set Point & Settling Point Theories
Imagine our prehistoric ancestors – captives of seasonal food availability, no security net to provide food during times of famine, no advanced medical care to set a broken bone. Something like stumbling down a ravine and breaking your ankle could be fatal if your body couldn’t sustain itself when food was scarce. Luckily, our bodiesContinue reading “Set Point & Settling Point Theories”
Setting Goal Weights
Whether you are currently in the maintenance or the weight loss phase, establishing goals can be motivational. This is an important step we may take many times during our journey. Let’s learn more about setting goal weights that can help us to move forward even when it feels like progress is slow. For more onContinue reading “Setting Goal Weights”
Food Prep: Very Low Calorie Foods
Looking for foods to help you feel full without derailing your eating plan? As it turns out, there are many low calorie options, and some of them are great alternatives to the more calorie dense foods you may be craving. To learn more about cravings and how to address them, please see https://lindawbrowning.com/2023/03/18/dealing-with-cravings/ Remember toContinue reading “Food Prep: Very Low Calorie Foods”
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly
75 years ago, Esther Manz invited friends into her Milwaukee, Wisconsin home for a weight loss, mutual support meeting. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is still helping dieters with weekly meetings throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Zoom meetings for those unable to attend in person. Other tools and videos available onContinue reading “TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly”
In the News: Weight Watchers Is New Owner of Sequence, Wegovy, Ozempic Supplier
You may have seen reports of some major weight loss industry news – WeightWatchers (WW) has purchased a company called Sequence. Sequence has a weight management program that includes weight loss medication, a nutrition plan, a fitness plan, medical insurance coordination, and access to health care professionals. It’s known for its access to GLP-1 agonistContinue reading “In the News: Weight Watchers Is New Owner of Sequence, Wegovy, Ozempic Supplier”
Exercise: Workout Music Playlists
We have all felt the positive effects of hearing that perfect piece of music at just the right time. Music can motivate you to put in that little bit of extra effort that can make a big difference over time. Workout music is a key component to the fitness routines that we establish to helpContinue reading “Exercise: Workout Music Playlists”
Dealing With Detractors
You have just reached a health milestone! Whether it’s a smaller pants size, a weight loss goal, or your fastest 5 mile walk, you’re excited and anxious to tell your friend or relative. But rather than sharing in your happy success, your loved one minimizes your achievement, or worse yet, cuts you down. Has thisContinue reading “Dealing With Detractors”
Food Prep: Breakfast Ideas
We have long read that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Today’s post will first explain the importance of breakfast and then follow up with meal prep ideas so that you will actually have time to eat it! There is no shortage of studies which indicate an association between eating breakfast andContinue reading “Food Prep: Breakfast Ideas”
Weighing In on That
How often should you weigh in to check your maintenance progress? Short answer: it depends on the individual. For the long answer, read below to find out what studies and experts suggest. But in the end, it still comes down to what you feel is best for you! I weigh myself daily, though I’ve beenContinue reading “Weighing In on That”
BMI, Waist Circumference & Waist-to-Hip Ratios
Many experts agree that weight and body mass index (BMI) are insufficient to assess our health. This is because exercise, which is clearly healthy, builds muscle mass. Muscle is significantly more dense than fat, so it is possible to gain weight and actually be thinner and healthier than you were at a lower weight. BMIContinue reading “BMI, Waist Circumference & Waist-to-Hip Ratios”
Exercise: Tai Chi
I recently took my first Tai chi class after reading about its many benefits. I was looking for improved balance but learned much more. Read about other exercises to improve your balance here: https://lindawbrowning.com/2023/02/10/exercise-keeping-balanced/ Tai chi is a traditional Chinese exercise based on the martial arts (1). Its slow breathing and pacing are reminiscent ofContinue reading “Exercise: Tai Chi”
In the News: Maintenance After Stopping Ozempic and Other Anti-Obesity Medications
Preface Note: There is a lot of personal history in this post. If you want to get straight to the facts, skip the following paragraphs in blue and start with The Struggle Is Real. As you may know, when I began my last diet, I went to a Bariatric Center at The Mayo Clinic inContinue reading “In the News: Maintenance After Stopping Ozempic and Other Anti-Obesity Medications”
Exercise: Zumba®
Let’s look at another fun way to improve our fitness. Dancing to a Latin beat sounds like a great candidate, but I had wondered how effective Zumba is for weight maintenance and improving our health in general. Turns out that it’s an extremely good way to rev up our activity level and improve fitness. KeepContinue reading “Exercise: Zumba®”
Self-Care: Clothing, Part 1
Building your wardrobe can be enjoyable, but also costly in terms of time and money. It’s a complicated topic and can even be triggering for many of us. So much of our identity, both positive and negative, is reflected in our clothing choices. Let’s try to value and care for ourselves. Let’s wear the thingsContinue reading “Self-Care: Clothing, Part 1”
Maintain Weight Loss 