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More and more research shows that regular exercise can improve physical and mental health for women with breast cancer. Now theres new research that suggests regular exercise may improve quality of life for women living with metastatic breast cancer, the most advanced form of breast cancer.

Presented at the 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium this week, study results suggest a supervised exercise program may help improve symptoms that often occur with metatstatic breast cancer and its treatment, such as fatigue, nausea, pain, and anxiety. The study included 357 participants with metastatic breast cancer, 178 of which took part in a nine-month exercise program. By the end of the study, participants reported more energy, less pain, and improved mental and emotional states than the 179 participants who were part of the control group.

[During exercise sessions], patients were supervised by a physiotherapist or an exercise professional, says study author Anne May, PhD, a professor at the Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care at the University Medical Center in Utrecht, Netherlands. Sometimes it was one-to-one supervision, but during most sessions the patients exercised in small groups.

The research team measured participants physical, mental, emotional, and financial quality of life using questionnaires at enrollment, and after three, six, and nine months. To test for physical fitness, participants rode a stationary bike at increasing resistance until they had to stop.

Exercise is often recommended before and after breast cancer surgery, says Melanie Crutchfield Whitten, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, Tennessee, who was not involved in the study. Exercising has also been shown to shrink some tumors before the operation, Dr. Crutchfield Whitten says.

A study published in 2020 in Scientific Reports found that moderate to vigorous physical activity was associated with higher survival rates in people with metastatic breast cancer. Dr. Mays study, however, focused on symptom management and quality of life.

Previous studies have found positive effects of exercise on breast cancer symptoms and treatment side effects, but these have focused on less-advanced cancer types, according to May, who adds the research team is excited about these study results because they can be used to update guidelines for metastatic breast cancer treatment.

This study has not been published in a peer-reviewed journal, but its results have encouraging implications for those living with metastatic breast cancer.

After six months, people in the exercise group reported a higher quality of life, measured by better social functioning, decreased pain, and improved breathing. Some people with metastatic breast cancer experience pain from the cancer itself but more often, pain shows up after surgery or during other treatments, according to BreastCancer.org. Exercise has previously been considered for cancer pain management, and with positive results, according to a meta-analysis published in 2023.

While the study authors are still investigating possible mechanisms for these effects, they have some ideas. For example, exercise may decrease symptoms of fatigue by lowering inflammation in the body, notes May, a concept reported in a study published in 2020. May also thinks higher quality of life questionnaire scores could be credited to fewer complaints of fatigue, pain, and dyspnea along with more physical activity, allowing more time and energy for family life and social activity.

Many people with breast cancer report fatigue and weakness during their illness and while undergoing treatment, according to BreastCancer.org. But after only six months, study participants in the exercise group found that on the stationary bike, they could reach a 13 percent higher resistance level than those in the nonexercise group.

Exercise also increases endurance, according to the American Heart Association. In addition, exercise can help with fatigue that so many people experience while going through chemotherapy, says Crutchfield Whitten.

Everyone has different thresholds for physical activity, and Crutchfield Whitten recommends speaking with your medical team to decide on an exercise plan. For my patients who are not actively undergoing treatment, the American Cancer Society recommends 150 minutes of exercise a week, with at least 30 minutes of that being a strength-related exercise. That comes out to about 30 minutes a day, five days a week, says Crutchfield Whitten.

The nine-month program may have helped people make exercise part of their everyday routine, said May in a press release. Many of the study participants kept up their exercise programs after they completed the study.

Based on the study results, May recommends healthcare providers should offer supervised exercise to their patients with metastatic breast cancer and that policymakers and insurance companies need to ensure these treatments are covered under health plans. This study has opened the door to this possibility and future research may prompt a change in metastatic breast cancer care guidelines.

Exercise guidelines have been lacking in metastatic breast cancer due to a lack of studies like this one, says May. Some patients may even worry that exercise will worsen their symptoms, she says, but this study shows it can improve them.

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Among patients with metastaticbreast cancer, those who took part in a nine-month structured exercise program reported less fatigue and an improved quality of life compared to those who did not undergo the exercise program, according to results from thePREFERABLE-EFFECTtrial presented at theSan Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, held December 5-9, 2023.

Breast cancer and its treatments can cause side effects, such as fatigue, nausea, pain, and shortness of breath, which can decrease a patients health-related quality of life (HR-QoL). For patients with metastatic disease, optimizing the ability to function is crucial, explained study presenter Anne May, PhD, a professor at the Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care at the University Medical Center, Utrecht, in the Netherlands.

Optimizing quality of life is, of course, important for everybody, but especially for patients living with metastatic disease who undergo continuous treatment, May said. By improving quality of life through enhanced symptom management, we can help patients better enjoy their personal, social, and, if applicable, working life.

Researchers have previously assessed the effects of exercise programs on patients with less advanced cancer, finding them to benefit patients HR-QoL and energy levels. However, whether these benefits also apply to patients with metastatic disease has not been rigorously tested, May said. She added that a longer exercise program may be necessary for patients with metastatic disease because their treatment usually continues for much longer periods.

May and her colleagues enrolled 357 patients with metastatic breast cancer to the PREFERABLE-EFFECT trial, a collaboration between institutions in Germany, Poland, Spain, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Australia. All participants in the trial received a physical activity tracker and generic exercise advice; 178 patients were randomly assigned to twice-weekly supervised exercise sessions for nine months, involving balance, resistance, and aerobic exercises (one weekly session could be performed instead via an exercise app during the final three months).

At enrollment and after three, six, and nine months, the participants were surveyed using the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC-QLQ-30), a comprehensive questionnaire assessing patients physical, mental, emotional, and financial quality of life.

Additionally, the EORTC-FA12 questionnaire was used to assess multidimensional fatigue among the participants. Each questionnaire was scored from 0 to 100, with higher scores on the EORTC-QLQ-30 indicating improved HR-QoL and higher scores on the EORTC-FA12 indicating higher levels of fatigue. Researchers also tested physical fitness using the steep ramp test, in which participants were asked to ride a stationary bike at increasing resistance levels until voluntary exhaustion.

At three, six, and nine months, respectively, patients assigned to the exercise intervention had average HR-QoL scores that were 3.9, 4.8, and 4.2 points higher than patients in the control arm. Patients who participated in the exercise intervention had EORTC-FA12 scores that were 3.4, 5.3, and 5.6 points lower (indicating decreased fatigue) at three, six, and nine months, respectively, compared with those of the patients in the control arm. All differences were statistically significant.

At six months, patients assigned to the exercise intervention also reported significantly better scores on important EORTC-QLQ-30 subscales, compared with those in the control arm, including a 5.5-point increase in social functioning, a 7.1-point decrease in pain, and a 7.6-point decrease in shortness of breath. In the steep ramp test, patients in the exercise arm reached an average maximum resistance that was 24.3 Watts (13%) higher than those in the control arm.

May and colleagues found that the nine-month intervention was not only effective but may have also encouraged longer-term compliance.

We think a nine-month program helps patients incorporate exercise into their routine, she said. Many patients continued exercising beyond nine months; exercising became part of their daily lives and cancer treatment regimens.

Based on these findings, May suggested that physicians and nurses should routinely recommend supervised exercise to patients with metastatic breast cancer and that policymakers and insurance companies should ensure cost coverage for exercise programs.

Limitations of this study include the inability to blind participants to their respective research arms, which may have motivated patients in the control arm to voluntarily increase their physical activity levels. May noted that this may have led to an underestimation of the interventions effect.

Funding for this study was provided by the European Unions Horizon 2020 research and innovation program as part of the PREFERABLE project and by the National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia. May declares no conflicts of interest.

Thisnews releasewas published by the American Association for Cancer Research on December 7, 2023.

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For First Nations people, social and emotional wellbeing can depend on connection to land, culture, spirituality and community. Disruption to these values can be harmful.

Brett Biles

Associate Dean Indigenous & Senior Scientia Lecturer., UNSW Sydney

Grace McKeon

Postdoctoral research fellow, UNSW Sydney

Jonathan Bullen

Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, Indigenous Advancement, Curtin University

Rona Macniven

Research Fellow, UNSW Sydney

Xhana Tishler

Medical Student, UNSW Sydney

The most recent data show 24% of First Nations adults have been diagnosed with mental health or behavioural conditions. This is likely due to lasting and intergenerational effects of historical injustices, racial discrimination and cultural displacement.

Through our research we have found First Nations physical activity programs can improve social and emotional wellbeing. These programs enhance confidence and self-esteem, improve community cohesiveness and cultural identity, and deepen connection to Country.

We know physical activity can improve mental health and wellbeing. It can also prevent and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Cultural physical activity (hunting, gathering, customary activities and connecting with Country) has been a part of First Nations people's lifestyles for tens of thousands of years. These practices still hold cultural relevance today.

Going on Country has benefits for physical, social, emotional and cultural wellbeing for First Nations people. These include a healthier diet, more frequent exercise, sharing of culture, more family time, and spiritual connection.

A review of physical activity programs for First Nations people identified 110 different programs running between 2012 and 2015. Most of these programs are still running in 2023.

Our recent review found First Nations physical activity programs improved confidence and self-esteem, improved community and cultural connections, and deepened connection to Country. These findings are based on available evidence on the relationship between physical activity and First Nations social and emotional wellbeing. The review examined nine physical activity programs and initiatives which aimed to improve social and emotional wellbeing among First Nations people.

The programs we looked at were First Nations-specific physical activity programs and included women's programs, camps, sports teams and coaching courses.

Programs that do not centre First Nations community involvement and connection are unlikely to be well received or effective. These programs often have barriers to participation such as lack of transport, high program costs, or may clash with family and community commitments.

Racism within programs and services can stop First Nations people accessing them. It can also affect physical and mental health - potentially leading to anxiety, depression, smoking, psychological distress and poor sleeping patterns.

Culturally safe physical activity programs that are community-led and adopt First Nations values are effective in improving social and emotional wellbeing.

An example of such a program is Dead or Deadly. This program has seen over 648 First Nations women participate in personalised health and wellbeing programs. Women participate in group exercise, health education and camps where they improve fitness, reduce smoking, reduce chronic disease indicators, reduce psychological distress and increase resilience.

A quote from one of the participants highlights the positive effects of the program, which can help participants

[] live through anything that is put in front of them. Survive the violence; learn to live through anything. Beauty of being a cultural person; culture makes you stronger.

Another is Deadly Choices, run by the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health. The program started as a social program and included community events which focused on health education and health screening. These include making choices to stop smoking, to eat healthy food and to exercise daily. It helps people improve their knowledge of chronic disease risk factors and encourages engagement with local health services. It has been running since 2010, and programs and events include sport and recreation, cooking programs, and programs to help quit smoking.

Another key part of this program is the Deadly Choices social networking site where First Nations identity and culture is celebrated, and online yarning takes place to create and build an online community to speak about healthy choices.

Support from family and friends and opportunities to connect with community and culture are also essential for programs to work. An example of this is the Fitzroy Stars Football & Netball Club - a First Nations club based in Melbourne. Through football and netball, the club aims to increase health, increase positive parenting and strengthen the First Nations community of Melbourne. This is done through increasing cultural values and strong community connections within the team.

These cultural values include the sharing and representation of cultural knowledge through making sure family and community are at the heart of the club. Some participants spoke about feeling a sense of cultural identity and pride when representing their family groups and saw football as an opportunity to give back to their community.

Development, implementation and evaluation of physical activity programs need to be informed by First Nations people. And First Nations knowledge, cultural beliefs and practices need to be valued. This is the only way to ensure positive changes in social and emotional wellbeing.

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

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Losing weight safely involves incorporating the best exercise to lose weight in conjunction with eating a nutritious meal plan that allows for a calorie deficit. While sticking to the best diets for weight loss and cultivating overall healthy habits can go a long way toward looking and feeling your best, the truth is that its often difficult to lose weight without exercise.

For healthy weight loss, youll want to incorporate at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, explains Jim White, R.D.N., A.C.S.M. Ex-P, owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios. Adding strength training exercises that hit all major muscle groups two to three times per week is also a great place to start, White adds.

Meet the experts: Jim White, R.D.N., A.C.S.M. Ex-P, owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios; Natalie Dorset, a running coach in New York; Chris Ryan, one of MIRRORs founding trainers.

As mentioned, its also important to include nutritious eating in your weight loss game plan. Proper nutrition will help fuel your workouts and can aid in burning body fat more efficiently, according to White. All in all, both exercise and nutrition are very important in helping you become the best you possibly can, reaching your goals physically, and helping your mental state of mind, White adds.

But what kind of exercise burns calories most efficiently? These best exercises for weight loss, recommended by experts, will guide you in the right direction.

Whether you love or hate it, running is one of the best and simplest ways to burn caloriesand you dont need a treadmill to do it. Just lace up your shoes and hit the road. Running in intervalsspeeding up and slowing down your pacewill help make the minutes and miles go by quickly. Run in fartleks, which means speed play in Swedish, where you pick up the pace every other street lamp or water hydrant you hit, and then slow down after you pass the next one.

The best way to burn calories while running is to vary your workouts, says Natalie Dorset, a running coach in New York. If youre doing the same workout week after week, your body wont have anything to adapt to. Vary the speed within a workout, do some bursts of faster running, but also mix up the types of runs you do. Whether its slow and steady, comfortable and hard, or intervals, variety is the key to constant adaptation.

Sprinting helps engage the core and offers shorter durations of runs at higher intensities, adds Chris Ryan, one of MIRRORs founding trainers. He also notes that running slow is relatively easy on your body as far as exertion is perceived, but running fast at 80% of your capability is even harder, pushing your body even more to its limits. This conditions your body to get used to this kind of stress. There is definitely something to be said about getting comfortable being uncomfortable on your runs, so skip the road and head to a track or soccer field for some sprints next time, he says.

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TRY a Fartlek sprinting routine: Start out with a 5-minute jog. Then alternate between 10-second sprint intervals and 50-second moderately-paced jogs. Use that jog to catch your breath, then hit the next sprint hard. Perform these intervals for 15 minutes, then end with a 5-minute jog. When you start feeling stronger in your runs, try upping the sprint effort to 20 seconds with 40 seconds of jogging.

If running isnt your thing, consider walking for weight loss. Walking is an excellent exercise for losing weight. This is a weight-bearing exercise that is low impact. It increases energy expenditure and can be varied in speed, duration, and intensity (by adding weight vest, Nordic sticks, wrist or ankle weights, climbing hills), explains White. Walking briskly (moderate speed) 30 minutes per day, most days of the week can contribute to weight loss efforts.

Walking is especially great for those who require low-impact exercises, those beginning their weight loss journey, and those with types of diabetes as walking after meals can help lower blood glucose levels, White adds.

There are so many benefits of walking every day, no matter your fitness goals. Just a few of these benefits, according to White, may include helping to maintain a healthy weight, improved cardiovascular health, increased mood and energy, stress reduction, and improved balance and coordination.

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Walking and hiking are both beneficial forms of exercise, White explains. However, if youre looking to increase your calories burned walking and increase the weight loss benefits, hiking may be a better option. Hiking will be more beneficial to you in aiding in that calorie deficit that is essential in losing weight compared to walking, White explains. This is because hiking is a bit more challenging than walking on a flat path. As your body works harder trekking over the harsher terrain, hills, and elevations, it will help with strengthening leg and core muscles, as well as increasing balance and stabilityin addition to burning more calories. All in all, hiking is a great way to get outdoors and be surrounded by nature while reaping the benefits of exercise, White explains.

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Looking to have a little more fun while exercising? Try grabbing a jump rope. Jumping rope is a great way to burn calories while improving cardiovascular health, all-over-toning, and coordination, and it will help build power while lowering your risk of injury, Dorset says.

Jump rope is right up there with running, cycling, and swimming for calorie burn, Tim Haft, an ACE-certified personal trainer previously explained of jumping rope for weight loss. An adult who weighs 150 pounds and is jumping at what we would consider an average pace would burn roughly 12 calories per minute, which is a pretty nice burn, and comparable to running at a pace of an 8-minute mile.

Plus, there are so many jump rope benefits, including that it:

TRY this Crossrope routine: Start with 60 seconds of freestyle jump roping. You can jump with two feet, one foot, alternate, skip, or twist your hips. You can have some fun with this one. Next, put down your rope and do 30 seconds of mountain climbers. Return for 60 seconds of freestyle jump roping. End with 30 seconds in a plank. Rest for 2 minutes and repeat the cycle. Complete 3 rounds.

Strength training can help you build lean muscle mass and rev up your metabolism. The more muscle you have, the less fat you have since your metabolism runs higher, Ryan says. A higher metabolism leads to more calories burned and more fat lost.

Resistance training also helps prevent osteoporosis. According to Wolffs law, bone grows in response to the forces that are placed upon it. So if you lift heavier, your bones grow stronger as a response. It also works on force production to maintain shoulder, hip, and spine strength, which enables your whole body to lead to a healthier life long into your later years, Ryan says. Deadlifts, anyone?

TRY a basic dumbbell circuit: Pick up one dumbbell and complete 10 squats, 10 dumbbell rows per arm, and 10 of any push-up variation of your choice. Move right into the next exercise as you finish the reps. Do 3 rounds. Rest for 1-2 minutes in between each round. To make it more challenging, increase the weight of the dumbbell or use two.

Kickboxing is a great way to burn calories, sculpt muscles, and get in some serious stress relief! By driving power from your legs, your arms can throw major jabs, crosses, hooks and uppercuts, making it a full-body exercise. It will also test your coordination and enduranceall essential things that make you a better athlete in and out of the ring.

Kickboxing works your core, legs, and specifically your obliques to newfound glory by pumping up your heart and lungs, Ryan says. But it also helps you work on balance, coordination, and proprioception. It truly is a mind meets muscle exercise if there ever was one.

TRY five kicking combos from the DailyBurn: Take these combos and perform 8 reps of each as long as you can for 30 minutes. Rest as needed. Play your favorite fight music and stay strong!

Spinning, whether its on an actual bike or a stationary bike, is one of the best ways to burn calories and build endurance. Spinning is a great weight-loss activity that is relatively low impact and targets the biggest, strongest muscles in the body, Ryan says of the glutes and hamstrings. When you engage your biggest muscles, you set off hormones to produce more muscles, similar to strength training, which helps to burn fat across your whole body, he adds.

If you dont like running, spinning is a low-impact alternative thatll crank up your heart rate.

But theres more to pushing the pedal than speed. By practicing good form and engaging your core as well as your thighs and glutes, spinning can be a full-body workout. Whether youre doing a heavy climb in first position or sprinting in second, your core is the key to spinning efficiently and quickly. And as you drive your foot down with each stroke, its all about squeezing your inner thighs.

TRY a spinning interval routine: Warm up on the bike for 10 minutes. Go as hard as you can for 30 seconds; pedal easy for 60 seconds. Repeat four times except after the fourth work interval, pedal easy for four minutes. Repeat the whole cycle three more times for a total of 37 minutes of exercise.

HIIT workouts are, by far, some of the most effective ways to burn calories and hike up your metabolism. The best part is, these workouts dont have to last very long. Some HIIT workouts can last for only 10 minutes, but its only effective if you push your body to its limits with all-out energy. Research has shown that HIIT can help burn belly fat.

Throughout, form is key. Even though you are moving through movements at high intensities, you still need to make form paramount to avoid injury, Ryan says. Think less about the load/tension or weight intensity and focus more on completing the reps and sets in a sound manner and building load safely.

TRY a 20-minute HIIT workout to rev up your metabolism.

If you havent used your gyms rowing machine, youre missing out on one of the best pieces of cardio and strength equipment. Working your quads, glutes, hamstrings, core, arms, and back, you get a total-body workout thatll have you pouring sweat. Contrary to what most people think, the power of rowing mostly comes from your legsnot your arms. Engaging your quads and glutes, you drive your legs back to pull the handle toward your chest.

Rowing is a great weight-loss tool because it incorporates the best out of the cardio and strength worlds, with a focus on pulling and opening up the hips and shoulders. At the same time, youre working your heart and lungs, Ryan says. Because many people have desk jobs, our backs tend to be rounded. Rowing helps correct this by opening your spine, hips, and shoulders, Ryan says.

TRY a 15-minute rowing routine: Start with a 5-minute warm-up, rowing at a slow, consistent pace. Then move up to a moderate pace (about 22 strokes per minute) for 5 minutes. End the workout with a 5-minute cooldown.

If you can perform high-intensity exercises (and jump), then burpees are a great movement to add to your routine. Burpees are a great way to burn calories, shed fat, and help in building muscle, White explains. More specifically, burpees are great for burning belly fat, and high-intensity moves such as burpees can also burn up to 50% more fat than conventional strength training. Plus, its an efficient full-body workout that requires no equipment and will help improve cardiovascular health while aiding in weight loss, White adds.

To perform a burpee, begin by standing upright with your hands above your head. Next, jump up with your hands still above you. Then, youll drop down to the ground into a plank position (challenge yourself by adding a push-up).

TRY a work and rest routine. White recommends performing 10-15 repetitions for three to four sets, with a small rest in between sets to catch your breath.

Dont be fooled by the elliptical! It might look like an easy machine, casually spinning your legs while watching TV or reading a magazine. But if you crank up the resistance and work at a hard pace, itll leave you breathless. Riding the elliptical at an easy clip will not do much, but the magic happens when the lungs start working and the blood starts pumping, Ryan says. Be sure to stand up straight to lengthen your abs and engage your upper-body muscles. Making use of the handles and swinging your arms will help you burn more calories.

Dorset adds that machines like the elliptical are a good option to keep the weight loss going while protecting your body from extra stress: The elliptical is great for providing lower impact while maintaining fitness, Dorset says. Its particularly good for helping prevent injury at the onset or for coming back to running when recovering from an injury.

TRY working out like Jennifer Aniston: As reported by Vogue in 2017, the Friends star likes to hit the elliptical for 20 or more minutes. Shell raise the incline, then alternate between walking for 1 minute and running for 2 minutes.

Climbing up a flight of stairs requires work. Thats because steps are designed to be short so that you have to engage additional muscles, like your glutes, quads, and calves, to bring your entire body up.

The StairMaster offers a great way to strengthen the glutes, quads, and hamstrings. Working the biggest, strongest muscles in the body keep your metabolic rate high, and your body strong and toned, Ryan says. So, climb a set of stairs or try out a StairMaster machine next time youre at the gym.

TRY a HIIT StairMaster workout: Work your way from a comfortable, moderate pace to an all-out effort.

Battle ropes are an excellent, no-fuss way to get a full-body strength training and cardio workout. Working at a high intensity, battle ropes will increase your heart rate in seconds. There is something extremely fun and satisfying about slamming heavy ropes repeatedly, Ryan says. It not only burns the lungs and muscles in the best way possible, but it also offers a sense of accomplishment by taking out anything that has been bothering you throughout the day.

To use them properly: Hold one end of the rope with each hand and stand with your feet shoulder-distance apart. Bend your knees slightly and keep your chest up as you alternate whipping your arms to send waves down to the rope anchor. Experiment with different tempos and movement, whipping faster with one arm while slamming the rope hard with the other.

TRY this 15-minute routine: Start with making alternating waves with each arm. For the next 5 minutes, try to maintain these waves. Dont worry about speed or intensity. Just try to endure. Try this for another 2 rounds. Rest 1 minute in between rounds.

If you dont enjoy the pounding effects of running on your body, swimming is an excellent workout that combines cardio with strength training in one low-impact workout. Water adds an element of resistance, forcing you to recruit more muscles to move efficiently and use oxygen wisely. Need more motivation to hit the pool? Simply being in water around 78 degrees for your workout helps to burn even more calories than on land because your bodys natural temperature is 98.6 degrees. It fights to keep itself warm in water by burning calories and fat, Ryan says.

Youre also using your legs, arms, and core to help you stay afloat, making swimming a great total-body exercise for building strength and endurance.

Yoga is an ideal low-impact exercise for weight loss. High cortisol levels can lead to weight gain, and research shows that yoga can help decrease stress. Plus, yoga increases flexibility, strength, and coordination. If youre on a mission to lose weight, a consistent practice can help you slim down when paired with a clean diet. If youre looking for an extra way to burn calories during your yoga practice, take up a power yoga class in a hot studio: Not only will you burn more calories while you sweat, but power moves and faster vinyasas will help you get toned.

Pilates is similar to yoga but focuses more on strength. Its a great form of exercise, according to White, who notes that the challenging moves have lots of benefits including improved flexibility, balanced muscular strength, enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs, and mental benefits. It also promotes increased muscle strength and tone in your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips, and buttocks, White explains.

TRY these simple pilates exercises or a hot pilates class to get your sweat on.

If youre doing lots of cardio (i.e. walking or running) without the results youre looking for, experts say interval trainingor alternating between short bursts of intense effort and periods of lower intensity or restmay help. Why? Because muscles are metabolically active, they burn calories even when youre not exercising.

Working out in intervals is one way to reap the benefits of cardio and strength while maximizing your calorie burn in a short amount of time. The intensity resets your metabolism to a higher rate during your workout, so it takes hours for your body to cool down again. This is whats known as EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption). That means you burn calories long after youve finished your workout compared to doing a workout at a continuous moderate pace (a.k.a. LISS), according to a 2017 study from the European Journal of Applied Physiology.

Intervals are a great way to promote weight loss beyond just the EPOC effect. A lot of weight loss comes from the mental side of the spectrum too, says Ryan. Intervals offer a great way to harness individual victories after each rep or round of exerciseand not simply looking at the workout as a whole.

TRY it: If youre working out in intervals, do your chosen exercise for 30 seconds every minute and rest for the remaining 30 seconds. As you progress, you can increase your time to 45 seconds of activity and 15 seconds of rest. Remember, you want to be working at your maximumleaving you out of breath by the end of that interval.

When you begin your weight loss journey, you might be wondering how much weight you can expect to realistically lose in the first few weeks or months. However, the amount of weight one can lose will vary from person to person, and there are lots of factors that contribute to weight loss rate. According to White, some of these factors may include:

Some individuals, especially those with larger bodies, can lose a large amount of weight in the first few weeks after making changes to eating patterns and exercise. Some will see a drop of eight to 12 pounds, others will have an initial loss of three to seven pounds, White explains. In the first few weeks this is mostly water weight loss and the body adjusting. Realistically, after the initial drop, the loss ranges from a half a pound to one and half pounds per week. Over the course of an initial 90-day period a realistic weight loss could range from eight to 27 pounds. (This would include any initial water weight lost in the first week or two).

Weight loss is not linear; what works for someone may not for another. That said, when trying to lose weight, a goal of losing one to two pounds per week (or four to eight pounds per month) is a safe and sustainable rate of weight loss, White explains. When losing weight too quickly through diet fads or highly restrictive diets, it can lead to disordered eating, metabolic dysfunction, higher amounts of muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, gallstones, constipation, low energy, hair loss, loss of bone strength/density, and reduced immunity.

Tiffany Ayuda, a senior editor at Prevention and certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise, has specialized in fitness, health, and general wellness topics in her previously editorial roles at Life by Daily Burn, Everyday Health, and South Beach Diet. Tiffanys work has also appeared in the Huffington Post, The Daily Beast, Womens Health, Mind Body Green, PopSugar Beauty, Yahoo! Health, Health, and NBC News Better. When shes not running or breaking a sweat with HIIT, Tiffany is cooking up healthy meals in her Brooklyn kitchen.

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Shannen Zitz is an Assistant Editor at Prevention, where she covers all things lifestyle, wellness, beauty, and relationships. Previously the Editorial Assistant at Prevention, she graduated from the State University of New York at Cortland with a bachelor's degree in English. If shes not reading or writing, you can probably find her frequenting the skincare and makeup forums on Reddit or hogging the squat rack at the gym.

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Rekha Kumar, M.D. is recognized as an international leader in the field of obesity medicine. She is a practicing endocrinologist in New York City and served as the former medical director of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Kumar has lectured internationally on the topic of the medical assessment and treatment of obesity. She has published several papers and textbook chapters in her field and serves as an associate editor of the journal Obesity. She is frequently quoted in the media on topics ranging from the diabetes epidemic in the United States to discussing fad diets, exercise trends, and the complications of Covid-19 in patients with obesity. Dr. Kumars areas of expertise include the clinical assessment of patients obesity and metabolic syndrome, the effect of obesity on reproductive health and fertility, as well as thyroid disease, and metabolic bone disease.

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In todays fast-paced world, society is increasingly grappling with issues of weight gain and obesity. This widespread concern affects countless individuals, who often find themselves in a continuous struggle to manage their body weight.

The journey to lose weight is fraught with challenges, many of which stem from trying to find a sustainable and effective method for weight management. Unfortunately, a significant number of people turn to prescription weight loss medications, hoping for quick results. However, these prescription drugs often lead to unsatisfactory outcomes and, more worryingly, can cause a range of side effects.

The quest for losing weight safely and effectively has led many to seek alternatives to prescription weight loss drugs. This shift in approach has seen a growing interest in natural weight loss pills.

These dietary supplements offer a stark contrast to conventional prescription medications. Unlike their pharmaceutical counterparts, these natural solutions boast the advantage of having no severe side effects and aligning better with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

As the weight loss supplements market expands, the number of options available can be overwhelming. How does one discern which fat-burning pills are truly effective? To aid in this endeavor, we have meticulously reviewed and compiled a list of the top fat-burning pills.

These selections represent the best in natural obesity treatment and weight management solutions. So, if youre looking for a safe, natural way to enhance your weight loss efforts, stay tuned as we reveal the best supplements to help you achieve your goals.

Given the vast array of options, ranking the best weight loss pills was challenging.

We meticulously evaluated numerous factors, including effectiveness, ingredient quality, customer reviews, and safety profiles, to ensure our recommendations are reliable and genuinely beneficial for those seeking natural and effective weight management solutions.

Finally, here are our winners:

FitSpresso stands out in weight loss supplements as a powerful, natural option to promote weight loss and support overall health.

This dietary supplement has garnered significant attention for its ability to facilitate healthy weight loss, providing a natural alternative, unlike anti-obesity medications. Each bottle contains 30 vegetable capsules crafted to assist in your fat management journey.

Users can kickstart their weight loss by taking just one capsule of FitSpresso daily with a glass of water. The supplement begins working immediately, boosting energy levels and helping to reshape the body.

Its designed not only to promote weight loss but also to maintain it in the long term. FitSpresso increases metabolism and helps burn fat, thereby reducing body weight effectively.

FitSpressos efficacy lies in its clinically studied ingredients. It includes Lagerstroemia Speciosa, known for its ability to regulate blood glucose; Capsicum annum, which aids in burning body fat; Silybum marianum for liver health; Panax ginseng, which enhances energy; L-carnitine, crucial for fat metabolism; and Chromium picolinate, essential for blood sugar and cholesterol control.

These ingredients work synergistically to reduce body weight, curb unhealthy food cravings, and offer various health benefits.

FitSpresso comes with a generous 180-day money-back guarantee. This policy reflects the companys confidence in its product and ability to assist in fat management journeys.

Choosing FitSpresso means selecting a supplement committed to promoting healthy weight loss. Its natural ingredients are carefully chosen to support blood pressure and blood sugar levels, while its ability to burn fat and reduce body weight is unparalleled.

FitSpresso is the ideal companion for many weight loss journeys, offering a healthier, more natural approach to losing weight and achieving a transformed figure.

LumaLite is a unique supplement that specializes in weight loss. It is the only product that targets and balances IL-6 levels, a protein linked to fat storage.

This supplement, made from 100% natural ingredients and plant extracts, differs from prescription weight loss drugs. Its free from GMOs, preservatives, gluten, and toxins and is produced in an FDA-approved and GMP-certified facility.

LumaLite addresses the IL-6 protein, which, when overproduced, leads to weight gain and fat accumulation in problem areas. By managing this proteins levels, LumaLite helps reduce excess weight and preserve lean muscle mass.

This action not only supports weight loss but also contributes to overall health. The supplement aims to provide significant weight loss without habit-forming side effects common in prescription pills.

The power of LumaLite lies in its blend of 22 super nutrients and natural ingredients, including Ginger, Gum acacia, Brown seaweed extract, Vitamin D3, Green tea extract, Turmeric extract, African mango seed extract, Korean Ginseng, Apple cider vinegar, Fenugreek, Vitamin B12, among others.

These ingredients work synergistically to suppress appetite, support metabolic health, boost energy levels, maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and offer other health benefits.

LumaLite offers a reassuring 60-day money-back guarantee, reflecting its commitment to customer satisfaction and confidence in its products effectiveness.

Choosing LumaLite means opting for a supplement beyond just addressing body mass index. Its a comprehensive solution in an FDA-approved facility, ensuring quality and safety.

By balancing IL-6 protein levels, LumaLite not only aids in fat loss but also helps achieve overall health improvements. Its an innovative solution for those looking to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Puravive emerges as a unique, plant-based weight loss pill, epitomizing the purity and effectiveness of natures offerings. This product stands alone in its category, offering a blend of eight tropical nutrients and compounds, all clinically proven to enhance brown fat levels in the body.

Its 100% natural, non-GMO, and easy to swallow, making it a leader among the best weight loss pills. Made in an FDA-approved and GMP-certified facility, Puravive ensures quality and safety, making it a sought-after solution for chronic weight management.

Puravives mechanism boosts the bodys brown adipose tissue (BAT) levels. According to recent German research, low BAT levels are linked to increased belly fat. This breakthrough understanding positions Puravive as a critical tool in weight reduction.

BAT is known to burn calories 24/7, raising the bodys metabolic rate and thermogenesis. As per Puravives claims, BAT can burn calories 300 times higher than other cells, making this weight loss pill highly effective for those seeking to lose weight without the side effects of prescription medications.

Puravives power lies in its natural ingredients, including Propolis, Holy Basil, Kudzu Root, Luteolin, White Korean Ginseng, Amur Cork Bark, Oleuropein, and Quercetin.

These components synergistically boost BAT levels and improve energy, brain function, cardiovascular health, blood flow, blood sugar levels, healthy cholesterol, and overall well-being.

Puravive comes with an impressive 180-day money-back guarantee, underscoring the companys confidence in its products ability to deliver weight loss and health benefits.

Puravive is an exceptional choice for those seeking results akin to a prescription weight loss drug without the associated side effects. It holistically addresses weight gain and fat management, positively impacting weight-related health conditions.

This effective weight loss pill is ideal for those seeking to manage body weight and improve overall health, backed by a customer-friendly refund policy and affordability.

PhenQ is a unique solution that offers a comprehensive approach to managing weight. Despite being relatively new, it has already aided over 190,000 customers on their weight loss journey.

This natural system targets five areas of metabolic health, making it a unique and practical option for those looking to maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI) while enjoying their favorite treats occasionally.

PhenQs multi-faceted approach is designed to support a fiery metabolism, helping to burn body fat more efficiently. It acts as an appetite suppressant, reducing calorie intake by naturally decreasing cravings. This process not only aids in burning fat but also helps avoid weight regain.

Additionally, PhenQ works to reduce fat accumulation, balance mood, and boost energy levels, providing the drive and motivation necessary for a successful weight loss journey.

The high-quality formula of PhenQ includes a blend of potent ingredients: -Lacys Reset, Capsimax powder, Chromium picolinate, Caffeine (from green coffee bean extract), L-carnitine fumarate, Nopal cactus, Innoslim, and B vitamins.

Unlike other appetite suppressants, these components work together to offer benefits, supporting muscle mass preservation while promoting fat loss.

PhenQ offers a reassuring 60-day money-back guarantee, reflecting its confidence in the products efficacy and its commitment to customer satisfaction.

PhenQ is an ideal choice for those seeking an effective weight management solution. It works like weight loss medication without harsh side effects, providing a natural and balanced approach to managing weight.

Its ability to act as an appetite suppressant, boost metabolism, and support overall health makes it one of the top choices for anyone embarking on a weight loss journey. With its proven results and customer-friendly refund policy, PhenQ is a reliable and effective option for achieving and maintaining weight loss goals.

Alpilean is a unique weight loss supplement that is the only one that leverages an Alpine secret for healthful weight loss. Its a blend of six potent alpine nutrients and plant extracts, each clinically tested and proven to support weight loss and overall health.

This 100% natural, non-GMO formula is distinct from prescription weight loss drugs, offering a non-habit-forming, stimulant-free solution to managing body weight.

The innovative approach of Alpilean lies in targeting low inner body temperature, a newly discovered root cause of slow metabolism and extra belly fat. By optimizing internal body temperature, Alpilean aids in enhancing metabolic rate, helping the body to burn more calories efficiently.

This process supports fat-burning results and helps prevent weight regain problems. Additionally, users report improved mood, better sleep quality, reduced cravings, and increased energy levels, all contributing to successful weight loss.

Alpileans formula includes African Mango Seeds, Golden Algae, Ginger Rhizome, Curcuma Longa, Chromium Picolinate, Drumstick Tree Leaf, and Citrus Bioflavonoids extract.

Each ingredient plays a crucial role in the supplements effectiveness from suppressing appetite and inhibiting the absorption of dietary fats to supporting healthy blood pressure and body fat reduction.

Alpilean comes with a 90-day money-back guarantee, underlining the confidence the makers have in their product and its ability to deliver significant weight loss benefits.

Alpilean is among the best for those seeking alternative weight loss options. Its unique approach to addressing the root cause of weight gain, combined with its all-natural ingredient profile, makes it an ideal choice for sustained weight management.

The supplements ability to support healthy blood pressure and promote overall well-being, along with its affordability and customer-friendly refund policy, makes Alpilean a compelling choice for anyone looking to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Liv Pure is a groundbreaking weight loss supplement that goes beyond traditional methods. It is the only product in the world featuring a proprietary blend designed to optimize liver function.

Liv Pure stands apart from conventional prescription weight loss drugs, focusing on liver purification and fat burning. This unique dual-action formula has already transformed the lives of over 234,000 individuals ranging from 18 to 80 years old.

Liv Pure targets the root cause of low energy, slow metabolism, and unexplained weight gain compromised liver function. Beyond detoxifying, the liver acts as the bodys fat-burning furnace. Liv Pure purifies and optimizes liver function, enhancing the fat-burning process and metabolism.

This approach ensures that food is more likely to be burned as energy rather than stored as body fat, irrespective of its nutritional value. Consequently, it supports weight reduction and helps maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI) while avoiding weight regain. However, users must take it with a balanced diet and workout routine for more intense results.

The formula of Liv Pure is composed of 100% plant-based ingredients such as Sylimarin, Berberine, Betaine, Glutathione, Molybdenum, Chlorogenic Acid, Camellia Sinensis, Resveratrol, and more.

These components are soy-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and non-GMO and have undergone rigorous third-party inspections for purity. By focusing on liver health, Liv Pure not only aids in weight loss but can also avoid severe liver injury associated with taking prescription weight loss medications.

Liv Pure offers a 60-day money-back guarantee, demonstrating confidence in its products ability to deliver results.

Liv Pure is ideal for anyone looking to lose weight and improve overall health. Unlike traditional weight loss supplements, it addresses liver health as a critical factor in the bodys fat-burning and metabolic processes.

This unique approach helps users lose weight and sustain long-term health advantages, making Liv Pure an innovative and effective solution for weight management and liver health.

Finding the best products requires a meticulous and multi-faceted approach in the crowded, often confusing world of weight loss pills.

Our ranking process for the top weight loss pills was thorough and considered seven critical factors to ensure our recommendations are reliable, effective, and safe for consumers.

The primary consideration in our assessment was the quality and effectiveness of the ingredients in each weight loss pill. We delved into clinical studies and research papers to verify the claimed benefits of each ingredient. Dietary supplements that contain clinically proven, natural ingredients for effective weight management, such as appetite suppressants or fat burners, ranked higher.

Safety should be the primary concern when choosing the most effective weight loss supplements. We thoroughly examined each product for potential side effects. Pills made from natural, non-GMO ingredients with minimal or no reported side effects scored well. We also considered FDA approval and GMP certification indicators of quality manufacturing practices.

Real user experiences offer invaluable insights into a products effectiveness and usability. We scoured through customer reviews to gauge satisfaction levels and the prevalence of any adverse effects. Dietary supplements with overwhelmingly positive feedback ranked higher.

We assessed the cost-effectiveness of each weight loss pill. Best weight loss supplements that offered good value for money without compromising quality were ranked favorably. We also considered if the brands offered discounts, bundle deals, or money-back guarantees.

Trustworthy brands with a precise, transparent approach to their formulations, sourcing, and manufacturing processes were given preference. We also considered the brands market presence and history of customer satisfaction.

The simplicity and convenience of dosage are crucial for adherence to a weight loss supplement regimen. Products with easy-to-follow dosage instructions and a straightforward regimen were rated higher.

Besides weight loss efficacy, we considered the overall benefits of the dietary supplements. Products that supported holistic health improvements, such as enhanced metabolism, better energy levels, and improved mood, were given higher scores.

Its important to note that the FDA does not approve natural weight loss supplements. However, most of these weight loss pills are formulated using 100% natural ingredients which are clinically examined and proven.

Lets take a look at some of the common ingredients in the best weight-loss pills:

Capsicum annum, commonly known as cayenne or red chili pepper, is widely used in weight loss pills. It contains capsaicin, a compound known for its thermogenic properties, meaning it can increase the bodys heat production to burn fat.

This thermogenesis boosts metabolism, leading to more calories burned and weight loss. Capsicum annum also acts as an appetite suppressant, reducing the desire to eat and controlling calorie intake. Additionally, it may improve digestive health and blood circulation.

However, its potency can vary, and high doses might cause discomfort in sensitive individuals. Nonetheless, Capsicum annum remains favored for its natural and influential contribution to weight management.

Green Tea Extract is a prevalent ingredient in weight loss pills, prized for its rich concentration of catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is known for its powerful antioxidant properties, which can enhance metabolism and aid in fat-burning.

Additionally, Green Tea Extract contains Caffeine, a well-known stimulant that can increase energy expenditure and improve performance during physical activities. Caffeine and catechins synergize to enhance the bodys ability to burn fat, particularly during exercise.

Regular consumption of Green Tea Extract can also have other benefits, including improved heart health and reduced risk of certain types of cancer. However, its essential to consider caffeine sensitivity when using Green Tea Extract supplements.

L-carnitine fumarate is a form of L-carnitine, a naturally occurring amino acid derivative often included in weight loss supplements. Its primary role is facilitating the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondria, the cells powerhouses, where these fats are burned for energy.

This process is crucial for fat metabolism, making L-carnitine fumarate especially beneficial for those seeking to reduce body weight and improve energy levels. Its often touted for supporting enhanced exercise performance and recovery.

L-carnitine fumarate has various benefits, including improved heart health and cognitive function. While generally safe, taking it as directed is essential, as excessive consumption can lead to potential side effects.

Panax Ginseng, also known as Korean Ginseng, is an herb used in traditional medicine and increasingly popular in weight loss pills. Its renowned for boosting energy levels and reducing fatigue, which can be beneficial during weight loss regimes that require high energy for exercise.

Panax Ginseng is also believed to impact insulin sensitivity positively and can help regulate blood glucose levels, a crucial factor in weight management.

Some studies suggest it may mildly affect suppressing appetite and boosting metabolism. Its adaptogenic properties also aid in combating stress, a common factor in weight gain.

African Mango Seeds, derived from the fruit of the Irvingia gabonensis tree, have gained popularity in weight loss supplements due to their potential fat-burning and appetite-suppressing properties. These seeds are fiber-rich, promoting feelings of fullness and reducing overall calorie intake.

This fiber content also helps improve digestive health and regulate sugar levels, crucial in managing cravings and maintaining consistent energy levels. Some studies suggest that African Mango Seeds might positively impact fat metabolism and cholesterol levels, contributing to cardiovascular health.

However, its essential to approach these claims cautiously, as more extensive research is needed to fully understand their effectiveness and safety in long-term use for weight loss.

Though there are many, here are some of the most known prescription weight-loss drugs:

This combination of prescription weight loss medication is primarily used to treat overweight and obesity. Bupropion, initially used to treat depression, combined with naltrexone, which is used to treat alcohol and opioid addiction, works by suppressing appetite and reducing food cravings. However, its not recommended for individuals with high blood pressure or a history of seizures.

A weight loss medication initially developed to treat diabetes, Liraglutide aids in chronic weight management. It regulates appetite and food intake, making it easier to maintain a reduced-calorie diet. This drug may increase the risk of thyroid cancer, so monitoring is essential.

Orlistat is a weight loss drug that reduces the absorption of dietary fats, leading to calorie reduction. It is an effective method for losing weight and is commonly used to treat obesity. Users may experience digestive side effects, and its recommended to follow a low-fat diet to minimize these effects.

A combination drug used for weight loss, Phentermine-topiramate suppresses appetite and increases the feeling of fullness. Phentermine-topiramate is particularly effective for individuals with a high body mass index (BMI) but can cause side effects like dry mouth and constipation.

It is typically prescribed when diet and exercise alone are insufficient for weight loss. Users need to be under medical supervision while taking Phentermine-topiramate due to risks like increased heart rate and potential congenital disabilities.

Semaglutide is among the most potent weight loss medications to treat obesity. It mimics a hormone that targets areas in the brain regulating appetite and food intake, used for treating overweight and obesity. Its also used for type 2 diabetes management and may cause gastrointestinal side effects like nausea and abdominal pain.

This prescription weight loss medication is designed specifically for rare genetic disorders causing obesity. It regulates hunger pathways in the brain, aiding in fat management. It is not recommended for general obesity treatment and may cause side effects like skin darkening and severe liver injury.

While effective in aiding weight reduction, weight loss medications can have various side effects. Commonly observed side effects of weight loss drugs include nausea, constipation, headache, and dizziness.

Some weight loss medications, especially stimulant-type drugs like phentermine-topiramate, can lead to increased heart rate and high blood pressure. Individuals with pre-existing heart conditions need to be cautious when using these medications.

Furthermore, certain weight loss drugs may exacerbate digestive issues. Orlistat, for instance, can cause oily stools and frequent bowel movements. Long-term use of some weight loss medications might also lead to nutrient deficiencies, impacting overall health.

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PhenQ Reviews

PhenQ is a product that helps people lose weight in a realistic way. A woman named Jessica, who was 29 years old, tried PhenQ in January 2023. She weighed 96 kg and she was unhappy with how she looked. She wanted to lose weight in a way that was practical and long-lasting.

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She told us about her PhenQ Review January 2023 below:

Day 1: Jessica began using PhenQ after learning how it works and how to use it properly. The maker of PhenQ said that she should take two pills every day to make her weight loss faster. The natural ingredients of PhenQ started to work hard to make her body lose weight more easily.

Day 15: After using PhenQ for 14 days, Jessica was very happy with her progress. She did not have any bad effects, but she noticed that she was less hungry since she started taking PhenQ pills. At the same time, Jessica was very excited, as she lost about 7 lbs on the scale in these two weeks of using PhenQ. With this good result, Jessica continued using PhenQ with a healthy diet and an active routine.

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Day 30: In the next two weeks of using PhenQ, Jessica lost another 5.51 lbs on the scale, which was an amazing weight loss result. In total, in these 30 days of January 2023, Jessica lost a great 12.35 lbs of weight. The results were more than she expected, as she saw a big improvement in her body shape and overall health.

PhenQ is a weight loss supplement that you can use if you want to lose weight for good. It is made to deal with all the main reasons why people gain weight.

PhenQ has strong ingredients that can burn the fat that is stored in your body. To buy PhenQ, you can go to its official website.

PhenQ also helps you with five key areas of weight loss, such as your metabolism, fat burning, appetite, energy, and wellness.

PhenQ is very popular and trusted in the weight loss market, because many people have used it and liked it.

Losing weight is not easy, but it is a challenge to overcome your own wishes. You have to give up many things that you enjoy to get a perfect body shape. Many people dream of being fit and showing off their abs.

But some people have bad luck and cannot lose weight even when they follow strict diets and exercise plans. If you are starving yourself and getting angry and still not seeing any results, you need something to help you with your weight loss journey.

There are many things that affect how much fat you have in your body and make you gain weight. Some of the common things are eating too many calories, craving food, having a slow metabolism, feeling tired, and being stressed.

Many overweight people have one or more of these problems and find it hard to lose weight. If you are looking for a solution to these problems, read this whole article.

In this article, we will tell you some amazing PhenQ reviews from real users. We will try to show you everything about PhenQ weight loss supplement so that you can decide if you want to use it.

PhenQ is known as one of the best weight loss supplements because it has many positive reviews from happy users all over the world.

To buy PhenQ, you can go to its official website. The real reviews about PhenQ show that it is a reliable and effective weight loss supplement. Many people have shared their PhenQ reviews and said that it helped them a lot with their weight loss journeys.

In the reviews, many users say that PhenQ helped them control their hunger and stop craving food while giving them a lot of energy during the day. Many users also say that they noticed their metabolism got better, which made them burn fat faster and lose more weight.

PhenQ weight loss supplement is also praised for its natural ingredients, which make it safe and powerful for weight loss and health.

The customer reviews and the scientific proofs show that the ingredients in PhenQ are good for weight loss. The trustworthy formula makes it a great choice for your weight loss journey.

PhenQ has got a lot of compliments and applause from the people who tried to lose weight, but if you are still not sure if you want to use it as a new user, you can read the full before and after reviews in the next part of this article.

PhenQ is a new weight loss formula that has given amazing before and after results to many users in just one month.

According to many happy users , PhenQ has helped people lose around 10 to 15 pounds of weight in just 1month, when used with a good diet and exercise. However, it is important to always have realistic goals and use PhenQ as told to get the best fat loss results.

Selena, a 30-year-old mother of three, started her PhenQ journey and told us her PhenQ Results March 2023 after using this product for the whole one month. Lets see her journey:

Week 1:Selena started using PhenQ product, two pills a day, after breakfast and lunch. She did not drink tea and coffee, as PhenQ has caffeine as an important ingredient. In the first week of using PhenQ, Selena felt better in her energy levels, as she was able to do all her housework without feeling tired. She also felt less hungry even after eating smaller meals. Her main craving for junk food and sweets was completely gone. Besides this, she chose an active lifestyle by doing 30 minutes exercise daily, which made her mood better as well. Even though, she did not lose much in week 1, but overall she felt good and healthy.

Week 2: Selena paid attention to healthy diet and exercising routine and began to see some real results in week 2. Her lower hunger and higher energy made her want to work out, even after a whole day of taking care of chores with kids. By the end of week 2, Selena looked thinner and in better shape, as she lost some inches. Also, she was down some dress sizes and able to wear her old pair of jeans.

Week 3: PhenQ started to work strongly in week 3 and Selena was happy with her good results and the compliments from her friends on her better shape. She was on the right path of weight loss with PhenQ product and the nice words from family and friends were evidence of this.

Week 4: In the last week of her 30 day journey with PhenQ diet supplement, Selena had visibly thinner physique, improved figure, and high energy levels. She lost 11 pounds during her PhenQ usage in March 2023. Throughout her PhenQ journey for one month, Selena focused on following healthy diet and workout routine while using PhenQ pills. This actually helps her greatly in achieving full benefits of PhenQ supplement.

PhenQ is a weight loss product that has helped many people lose weight in a safe way. Many customers have said that they burned a lot of fat and felt more energetic after using PhenQ. They also said that their metabolism got better after taking PhenQ. The reason for these amazing success stories is the special and natural formula of PhenQ that works on all the important parts of weight loss. Click Here to see Phenq results pictures

There are many other weight loss products that say they can help you lose weight, but PhenQ is the only one that gives you real fat loss results. PhenQ is made with safe and effective ingredients that help you speed up your metabolism, control your hunger, and boost your energy levels. It makes your body burn more fat and calories to help you get amazing results. With PhenQ, you can eat less calories without feeling tired or hungry. The faster metabolism and higher body temperature of your body make you burn more fat and calories than ever.

The new formula of PhenQ is proven by science to stop fat from building up in your body, so you dont gain weight again. Here are some real PhenQ Success Stories that can help you decide if you want to try them.

Taiylah, a 21-year-old who used PhenQ, shared her success story. She had problems with being overweight and having too much fat since she was a kid. But she decided to change her life after she couldnt go on a family trip on a cruise because of her weight. Taiylah wanted to lose the extra fat and she started using PhenQ. She also ate healthy food and exercised regularly. With her hard work, she changed her body and lost 44 pounds of extra weight with PhenQ.

Another person who used PhenQ was Adriana, a 35-year-old mother of two. She shared her success story with PhenQ. She had gained a lot of weight in the last three years after having two kids. She didnt have a healthy lifestyle and she became overweight because of that. She started taking PhenQ and in only 8 weeks, she lost 14 pounds. She also stopped craving for unhealthy food and started eating better.

These PhenQ reviews are real and very impressive. You can use these PhenQ success stories as an inspiration to keep working hard on your weight loss goals. But remember, the results of PhenQ may be different for different people and depend on how you live and what you eat.

PhenQ is a popular choice for people all over the world who want to lose weight fast, because it has a strong effect on helping people get rid of extra weight in a short time.As per the official website , PhenQ has more than 190000 satisfied customers, who have rated this weight loss product with 5 stars. You will get many positive PhenQ reviews on Reddit as well, as people have expressed how happy they are after losing excess body fat by using PhenQ pills.

Many Reddit users have complimented PhenQ formula for being very easy to incorporate in their daily life. It is a weight loss supplement that is easy to take and deliver great results without any side effects. You can see great results with PhenQ within just few weeks of its journey. To give you an idea about the expected results of PhenQ weight loss pills, we have mentioned a few legitimate PhenQ reviews from Reditt below:

A Reddit user Axelle shared her journey with PhenQ. She simply wanted to reduce belly fat and build some healthy body shape. While using PhenQ alongside proper diet and exercising routine, Axelle managed to lose 9 pounds in 30 days. She was happy with the results, as her body was pretty much in shape than before. Axelle expects to continue her PhenQ journey to gain maximum results.

Another user Ghislain started using PhenQ at the starting weight of 187 pounds. He tried PhenQ pills after failing to lose weight with different diets. Within just 2 weeks of taking PhenQ diet supplement, he started getting results. Within one month, Ghislain lost 11 pounds of excess weight and it made a huge difference to his self-confidence. He was more productive at work and feels energetic enough to have fun with his family.

Overall, PhenQ has helped millions of users in losing 30 to 10 pounds of stored body fact. However, the speed of losing weight and burning fat will be different for every person and usually depends on your lifestyle choices, activity levels, and meal choices.

PhenQ supplement works in different ways to offer the best weight loss results for obese people. The way behind PhenQ works together to target different parts of body weight management. It working way helps people in making their natural fat burning processes in the body better so that they can reach their goals while improving their overall health.

Check out some parts in which PhenQs working way focuses on:

Fat Burning: PhenQs main way for best weight loss results is to make your body heat up faster by increasing metabolism, which burns more stored fat efficiently for lasting weight loss.

Suppressing Appetite:PhenQ diet supplement has special ingredients that help reduce cravings and control hunger. It helps you take low-calorie intake with a feeling of fullness. This stops you from eating too much and keep you follow your calorie deficit plan to get good weight loss results.

Enhancing Energy: Most of the weight loss programs end up into tiredness and low energy levels. However, the special components of PhenQ weight loss pills will give you more energy levels to stay active for workouts and keeping a productive lifestyle.

Improved Mood: Stress, mood swings, anxiety, and emotional eating are the biggest enemies of your weight loss success. PhenQ includes powerful ingredients that improves your overall mood and keep you motivated. It helps in reducing anxiety and stress, thus improves overall well-being to keep you going to achieve great body.

Prevent Fat Accumulation: The potent formulation of PhenQ not only burns fat, but inhibit the production of new fat cells in the body. Thus ensures a better weight loss support by preventing weight gain in the future.

All these working mechanisms of PhenQ supplement depicts a comprehensive approach towards weight loss. By addressing multiple factors linked with obesity and weight gain, PhenQ offers effective solution to assist in achieving your weight loss goals and maintain a healthy weight.

PhenQ is a supplement that helps you lose weight. It is made with natural ingredients that have been tested by doctors.

It is a very safe and effective way to burn fat and get faster results. It is made in a place that follows the rules of the FDA and GMP. It uses ingredients that are proven to help with weight loss.

PhenQ is a natural and powerful way to lose weight. It works on different parts of weight loss. It helps you eat less and burn fat at the same time to get the best results. PhenQ is a new and effective weight loss supplement that helps people lose weight faster and stop storing fat in their bodies. Click Here to see Phenq Prices

PhenQ pills have a strong mix of ingredients that are chosen for their special effects. All the ingredients work together to target all the parts related to weight loss. The main goal of PhenQ diet supplement is to give a complete and all-around solution to people for getting rid of extra weight and body fat.

PhenQ is made with strong ingredients to burn fat cells, stop making them, and increase metabolism to make your body heat up faster for more calories burn. At the same time, PhenQ helps in making you feel less hungry and more energetic and happy so that you can use your best side for your work. The new way of PhenQ diet pills has made it different from many other weight loss products and a popular choice for losing extra pounds safely and effectively.

PhenQ pills have shown to be a good weight loss solution for people who have obesity and health problems. With its different approach, PhenQ has been ranked as the best fat burner in the market. Here are some key ingredients in PhenQ that help in lowering sugar cravings, making you feel less hungry and burning fat:

Alpha-Lacys Reset A special mix of alpha lipoic acid and cysteine

L-Carnitine Fumarate

Capsimax Powder

Chromium Picolinate

Nopal

According to the people who have used PhenQ, there are no serious bad effects from using it. Some people may feel some minor effects like gas, feeling sick, or headaches in the first few days, but these usually go away as the body gets used to the supplement.

PhenQ pills are safe for healthy adults and the maker says not to use it if you are younger than 18. Also, it is not good for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Even though PhenQ is very safe and has no side effects, it is good to talk to your doctor before you start any new supplement.

You cannot find PhenQ in any stores or online websites.

This is to keep you safe from fake or harmful products that look like PhenQ. PhenQ is very popular and many companies try to trick customers with their fake products.

But the best way to get real PhenQ product that helps you lose weight is to order from its official website.

PhenQ Amazon

Amazon is a big online store that has many weight loss products. But we do not suggest you buy PhenQ from unknown and untrusted sellers on Amazon. This is dangerous for your health to use such products. Also, the prices are different, and you can get the best prices with discounts only on the official PhenQ website.

PhenQ Walmart

Walmart is a big name in the supplement industry and has many health and weight loss products with different names. But PhenQ is not there either, because the makers are only selling it on their website.

PhenQ Walgreens

Walgreens is also a big place that lets you buy different health and wellness products. Sadly, because of the problems of product quality and real formula, PhenQ is not there either. The best way to buy PhenQ supplement is to order straight from the maker website.

Garcinia Cambogia

This fruit is native to Southeast Asia and India and has been shown to have appetite- suppressive and weight-loss properties. The Garcinia cambogia extract in PhenQ works by reducing fat storage and supporting healthy weight loss. Additionally, the supplement contains caffeine and green tea extract, which work together to help burn calories and boost energy levels.

CLA

It contains fat-burning ingredients, including conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and green tea extract. CLA is an effective fat burner because it helps the body to break down stored fat. It helps to boost the metabolism and reduce hunger cravings, which can help you lose weight faster.

GLA

GLA, or garcinia lignan, is a fatty acid that has been shown to help the body burn fat. Each of PhenQ's ingredients has been proven to help you lose weight faster.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C plays an important role in the body's metabolism, and it has been shown to boost the body's ability to burn calories by helping the body burn fat instead of sugar. Additionally, it contains other ingredients that help with suppressing appetite and promoting healthy digestion.

L-Carnitine

L-carnitine is a nutrient that the body needs in order to burn fat. It is found in abundance in red meat, but can also be found in some vegetables, fruits, and supplements. In addition to its role in fat metabolism, L-carnitine has also been shown to have anti-aging effects, improve muscle function, and prevent the loss of memory and cognitive abilities in elderly people.

Turmeric Root

Turmeric is a plant-derived supplement that has been used in traditional Indian medicine for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions. Its active ingredient, turmeric root, has been proven to have powerful health benefits, including the ability to help weight loss.

Inositol

Inositol is a type of carbohydrate found in plants and fruit. Studies have shown that inositol can help promote weight loss by helping the body burn fat.

Bladderwrack

Bladder wrack is a type of seaweed that has been shown to help reduce weight and improve health. PhenQ, a weight loss program that combines bladder wrack with other natural ingredients, can help people lose weight quickly and safely.

Hydroxycitric Acid

PhenQ is a weight loss program that uses hydroxycitric acid (HCA) to help you lose weight fast. HCA is a natural compound found in fruits and vegetables that has been shown to promote weight loss. PhenQ uses HCA to help you burn fat and lose weight quickly without any harsh side effects.

You can only buy PhenQ from its official website.

The makers have made sure that you get a real PhenQ product that works well for weight loss. That is why you can only buy it from their website.

There are different prices on the website, and you can save money if you buy more. One bottle of PhenQ has 60 pills and lasts for one month.

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Basic Package: You can buy one bottle of PhenQ for $ 69.99 and get free shipping anywhere in the world.

Popular Package: You can buy three bottles of PhenQ for $ 139.99 and get free shipping anywhere in the world.

Best Value Package: You can buy five bottles of PhenQ for $ 209.99 and get free shipping anywhere in the world.

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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- An overwhelming majority of older Americans think health insurers and Medicare should cover the cost of weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy or Zepbound, a new survey has found.

More than four out of five older adults (83%) think insurance companies should pay for drugs that help obese people manage their weight, according to poll results from over 2,600 people ages 50 to 80.

And about three in four (76%) believe Medicare should cover weight-loss drugs, researchers at the University of Michigan National Poll and Healthy Aging found.

Our data show the strong awareness and interest in these medications, and in access to them through insurance, alongside coverage for other weight-focused care including nutrition counseling, exercise programs and bariatric surgery, said researcher Dr. Lauren Oshman, an obesity medicine specialist and associate professor in the University of Michigan Department of Family Medicine.

Weight-loss drugs have been in the spotlight since the approval of Wegovy, an injectable drug initially approved for treating type 2 diabetes under the name Ozempic.

The FDA has since approved Zepbound for weight loss, a diabetes drug previously approved under the name Mounjaro.

These new medications are pricey, costing more than $12,000 a year for people who pay out of their own pockets.

But the drugs are nearly as effective as bariatric surgery in helping people with obesity lose 10% or more of their body weight, clinical trial data has shown. Thats far more than obese folks typically achieve or sustain through diet and exercise.

A 2003 law currently prohibits Medicare from covering medications specifically for weight loss, although the federal insurance program can cover drugs that help people with type 2 diabetes manage their weight, researchers said in background notes.

In the poll, researchers found wide interest among older adults for using weight-loss drugs to drop extra pounds.

About one in four poll respondents said they are overweight, and 63% of them are interested in taking a weight-loss medication.

So are 45% of those who have diabetes, regardless of their weight, results show.

The drugs appear to make a good impression as well. Among those who had ever taken a weight-loss medication, 83% said theyd do so again.

We hope these findings will help inform policymakers and benefit plan designers who are grappling with the tradeoffs of cost and long-term benefit when it comes to these medications, Oshman said.

Poll results show that Ozempic/Wegovy has largely driven this new interest in weight-loss medications.

The poll found that 61% of older adults had heard of the diabetes drug Ozempic, but only 18% had heard of the version approved specifically for weight loss, Wegovy.

Other weight-loss drugs were much less familiar to poll respondents. Only 13% had heard of an older drug called phenterimine, and just 3% had heard of Qsymia, Saxenda or Contrave.

Zepbound received FDA approval for weight management after the poll was taken.

As these medications grow in awareness and use, and insurers make decisions about coverage, its crucial for patients who have obesity or diabetes, or who are overweight with other health problems, to talk with their health care providers about their options, said poll director Dr. Jeffrey Kullgren, a primary care physician at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System and an associate professor of internal medicine at the University of Michigan.

The researchers noted that nearly all older adults in the poll said they had tried to lose weight in the past, with many exercising or changing up their diet.

This is an important conversation in the face of a growing realization over the past decade that obesity is a chronic condition with multiple contributing factors that raises downstream risks of health problems, and that a combination of lifestyle change and medical or surgical intervention is often needed to address it, Kullgren said in a university news release.

The poll was conducted in July and August among 2,657 adults 50 to 80.

More information

The National Institutes of Health has more about prescription weight-loss medicines.

SOURCE: University of Michigan, news release, Dec. 13, 2023

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People who were randomized to placebo following the lead-in period experienced mean weight regain of 14.8% at 88 weeks, indicating Zepbound led to sustained weight loss compared to placebo

Full results from the SURMOUNT-4 study were published in The Journal of the American Medical Association

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Detailed results from SURMOUNT-4, which showed Zepbound (tirzepatide) injection achieved superior mean percent change in body weight compared to placebo in adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related comorbidities, excluding type 2 diabetes, were published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Zepbound met the primary endpoint of mean percent change in body weight, and all key secondary endpoints for both estimandsi,ii, compared to placebo 52 weeks after randomization.

Study Design

SURMOUNT-4, a phase 3 study evaluating the safety and efficacy of Zepbound compared to placebo, had two periods.

SURMOUNT-4 utilized a maximum tolerated dose of 10 mg or 15 mg once-weekly. The starting dose of 2.5 mg Zepbound was increased by 2.5 mg every four weeks until maximum tolerated dose was achieved. Participants who tolerated 15 mg continued on 15 mg as their maximum tolerated dose. Participants who tolerated 10 mg but did not tolerate 15 mg continued on 10 mg as their maximum tolerated dose.

"Patients, providers and the public do not always understand obesity is a chronic disease that often requires ongoing treatment, which can mean that treatment is stopped once weight goals are met," said Jeff Emmick, MD, Ph.D., senior vice president, product development, Lilly. "However, studies like SURMOUNT-4 show that continued therapy can help people living with obesity maintain their weight loss."

Detailed Results

After 36 weeks of open-label Zepbound, participants, who would then go on to be randomized to Zepbound or placebo in the double-blind period, experienced a mean weight reduction of 20.9% from mean body weight of 236.6 lb. (107.3 kg) at study entry. Primary and key secondary endpoints assessed efficacy during the double-blind period (week 36 to week 88) and over the course of the entire treatment period (week 0 to week 88). For both estimands, Zepbound met the primary endpoint and all key secondary endpoints, including:

Efficacy Estimand Results at 88 Weeks

Treatment-Regimen Estimand

Results at 88 Weeks

Zepbound

Placebo

Zepbound

Placebo

Primary Endpoint

Mean percent change in weight from week 36 (randomization) to week 88*

-6.7%

14.8%

-5.5%

14.0%

Key Secondary Endpoints

The mean change in body weight from week 36*

-5.7 kg

11.9 kg

-4.7 kg

11.1 kg

Percentage of participants who maintained 80% of weight lost during the lead-in period*

93.4%

13.5%

89.5%

16.6%

The mean change in waist circumference from week 36*

-4.6 cm

8.3 cm

-4.3 cm

7.8 cm

Percentage of participants who achieved 20% weight reduction from week 0*

72.6%

11.6%

69.5%

12.6%

Additional Secondary and Exploratory Endpoints

Percent change in body weight from week 0

-26.0%

-9.5%

-25.3%

-9.9%

Percentage of participants who achieved 25% weight reduction from week 0

56.6%

4.0%

54.5%

5.0%

*Tested for superiority, controlled for type 1 error.

Additional secondary endpoints showed that Zepbound was also associated with improvements in BMI, fasting insulin, lipids, blood pressure, and health-related quality of life.

The overall safety profile of tirzepatide in SURMOUNT-4 was similar to previously reported SURMOUNT and SURPASS trials. The most commonly reported adverse events in SURMOUNT-4 were gastrointestinal-related and generally mild to moderate in severity. During the Zepbound lead-in treatment period, the most frequent adverse events were nausea (35.5%), diarrhea (21.1%), constipation (20.7%) and vomiting (16.3%). During the double-blind period, the most frequent adverse events for Zepbound and placebo, respectively, were diarrhea (10.7% vs 4.8%), nausea (8.1% vs 2.7%), vomiting (5.7% vs 1.2%), COVID-19 (14.0% vs 14.9%) and upper respiratory infection (2.4% vs 5.4%). Treatment discontinuation due to an adverse event occurred in 7.0% of enrolled participants during the 36-week open-label lead-in treatment period, mainly due to gastrointestinal events. After the open-label lead-in period, treatment discontinuation rates due to adverse events were 1.8% (Zepbound) and 0.9% (placebo).

About SURMOUNT-4 and the SURMOUNT clinical trial program1

SURMOUNT-4 (NCT04660643) was a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled trial comparing the efficacy and safety of tirzepatide to placebo in adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related comorbidities, excluding type 2 diabetes. The trial had two periods in which treatment was given as an adjunct to a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity: a 36-week open-label lead-in period in which all participants took tirzepatide, and a subsequent 52-week double-blind treatment period in which participants were randomized to either continue on tirzepatide or switch to placebo, in addition to increased physical activity and reduced-calorie diet. The trial enrolled 783 participants across the U.S., including Puerto Rico, Argentina, Brazil and Taiwan into the open-label lead-in period and 670 participants were randomized in a 1:1 ratio in the 52-week double-blind treatment period to receive tirzepatide or placebo. The primary objective of the study was to demonstrate that tirzepatide is superior in percent change in body weight from randomization at 36 weeks to 88 weeks compared to placebo.

The SURMOUNT phase 3 global clinical development program for tirzepatide in chronic weight management began in late 2019 and has enrolled more than 5,000 people with obesity or overweight across six registration studies, four of which are global studies. SURMOUNT-1 and SURMOUNT-2 were submitted to the FDA and demonstrated tirzepatide significantly reduced body weight compared with placebo in people living with obesity or overweight, with or without type 2 diabetes through 72 weeks.

Topline data for SURMOUNT-3 and SURMOUNT-4 were announced on July 27, 2023; results for SURMOUNT-3 were presented in October at ObesityWeek 2023 and simultaneously published in Nature Medicine.

About Zepbound(tirzepatide) injection2Zepbound (tirzepatide) injection is FDA-approved as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with obesity (BMI 30 kg/m2), or overweight (BMI 27 kg/m2) with at least one weight-related comorbid condition. Zepbound is the first and only FDA-approved obesity treatment that activates both GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) hormone receptors.

INDICATION AND SAFETY SUMMARY WITH WARNINGS

Zepbound (ZEHP-bownd) is an injectable prescription medicine that may help adults with obesity, or with excess weight (overweight) who also have weight-related medical problems, lose weight and keep it off. It should be used with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

Warnings - Zepbound may cause tumors in the thyroid, including thyroid cancer. Watch for possible symptoms, such as a lump or swelling in the neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. If you have any of these symptoms, tell your healthcare provider.

Zepbound may cause serious side effects, including:

Severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Zepbound. Tell your healthcare provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away.

Kidney problems (kidney failure). Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration.

Gallbladder problems.Gallbladder problems have happened in some people who use Zepbound. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get symptoms of gallbladder problems, which may include pain in your upper stomach (abdomen), fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), or clay-colored stools.

Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis). Stop using Zepbound and call your healthcare provider right away if you have severe pain in your stomach area (abdomen) that will not go away, with or without vomiting. You may feel the pain from your abdomen to your back.

Serious allergic reactions. Stop using Zepbound and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, problems breathing or swallowing, severe rash or itching, fainting or feeling dizzy, or very rapid heartbeat.

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your risk for getting low blood sugar may be higher if you use Zepbound with medicines that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include dizziness or light-headedness, sweating, confusion or drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, slurred speech, shakiness, fast heartbeat, anxiety, irritability, mood changes, hunger, weakness or feeling jittery.

Changes in vision in patients with type 2 diabetes. Tell your healthcare provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Zepbound.

Depression or thoughts of suicide.You should pay attention to changes in your mood, behaviors, feelings or thoughts. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any mental changes that are new, worse, or worry you.

Common side effects

The most common side effects of Zepbound include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, stomach (abdominal) pain, indigestion, injection site reactions, feeling tired, allergic reactions, belching, hair loss, andheartburn. These are not all the possible side effects of Zepbound. Talk to your healthcare provider about any side effect that bothers you or doesn't go away.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects. You can report side effects at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Before using Zepbound

Review these questions with your healthcare provider:

Do you have other medical conditions, including problems with your pancreas or kidneys, or severe problems with your stomach, such as slowed emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or problems digesting food?

Do you take diabetes medicines, such as insulin orsulfonylureas?

Do you have a history of diabetic retinopathy?

Do you take any other prescription medicines or over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements?

Are you pregnant, plan to become pregnant,breastfeeding, or plan to breastfeed? Zepbound may harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while using Zepbound. It is not known if Zepbound passes into your breast milk. You should talk with your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby while using Zepbound.

How to take

Learn more

Zepbound is a prescription medicine. For more information, go to http://www.zepbound.lilly.com.

This summary provides basic information about Zepbound but does not include all information known about this medicine. Read the information that comes with your prescription each time your prescription is filled. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider. Be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about Zepbound and how to take it. Your healthcare provider is the best person to help you decide if Zepbound is right for you.

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The holidays are marketed as a time to relax. However, for many they are anything but. Due to the extended family gatherings that people are obligated to attend, a significant number of Americans resort to a yearly facade to satisfy their many family members. Among the things they have to worry about is their weight. Family expectations combined with advertisements for drugs claiming to help keep holiday weight off or maintain your New Years resolution create an environment where intrusive thoughts thrive. Furthermore, it begs another question: why are so many peoples New Years resolutions centered around losing weight?

Although it is easy to pretend as though being overweight in the US is something that people have control over, the truth is that the out-of-control poverty levels combined with unattainable food prices cause many Americans to depend on fast food. Additionally, many Americans also work minimum wage jobs with fluctuating hours that dont give them much time to workout compared to wealthier Americans.. Losing weight is inherently a privilege in the US.

The marketing of weight loss drugs such as Ozempic takes a very cultural stance when trying to appeal to customers. These companies recognize that their target audience is Americans who dont have the time or money to achieve weight loss in other ways. For them, it is a marketing game; whereas for many Americans weight loss can lead to better health, which can then improve life in general. Vulnerabilities become a marketing strategy and so does joy.

This is what makes the holidays such a perfect opportunity for weight loss drug companies to rebrand. New ads are specifically made to target people who are left feeling a little empty after the holidays or whose family wouldnt stop talking about their recent weight gain. The indulgence associated with the holidays quickly followed by New Years results in many Americans choosing to focus on eating less and working out more in the new year. However, this interest in losing weight isnt as well-intentioned as many weight loss drug companies would like us to believe.

As obesity rates have tripled in the past 50 years, eating disorders have also become much more prevalent in society. The idea that weight loss is something that everyone should strive for e can be incredibly harmful, especially due to the unsustainability of healthy eating in the US. In truth, obesity needs to be tackled from a medical perspective, as many Americans are simply unable to access healthy food that makes them feel nourished for their day. The work culture, beauty standards and healthcare system in the US perpetuate the weight loss mentality, thus, weight loss drug companies have an easy time gaining customers around the holidays.

During this holiday season, it is important to keep in mind that we are all experiencing different things, and everyones healthy body looks different. Weight loss drugs are rarely the solution, and the manipulative marketing strategies of drug companies do not mean that they are the right option for you.

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Winter-special broccoli soup for weight loss

Winter blues are for real, especially when you feel bloated throughout the day. As the temperature drops, you tend to avoid stepping out of your home and find yourself tucked inside a cosy blanket throughout the day. This results in slow digestion and metabolism, making you feel heavy. Let's just agree, we've all been there! While most of you might feel winter leads to weight gain, to your surprise, it is just the opposite. According to health experts, metabolism speeds up in the colder months and helps you burn more calories than usual. All you need to do is stay active and eat mindfully to make winter the best time to shed extra kilos.

If you have been planning to get on a weight loss diet but fear the excess trouble while making your meals, then dear reader, you have come to the right place! We have found a winter-special recipe that is super easy and can be made in no time. It's a 15-minute broccoli-onion soup, shared by nutritionist Richa Gangani.

Also Read:Winter Is Coming: 5 Ways To Make Your Chicken Soup Better This Season

Stepping into the kitchen on a chilly evening can be quite dreadful. But nothing to worry about, you have to prepare dinner for yourself and the family! In such a situation, a bowl of soup always comes to your rescue. Soup is warm, fuss-free, and makes for a nutritious yet light dinner as well. Preparing the soup with broccoli makes it seasonal as well.

Winter brings along fresh and crunchy broccoli in abundance, which is low in calories, loaded with fibre, and packs you with antioxidants and vitamin C - all making it a perfect ingredient to add to your weight loss diet. Adding some onion alongside not only makes the soup flavorful but also helps boost the immune system against cold and flu.

"This broccoli soup is zero fat, low calorie, antioxidant-rich, gluten-free, lactose-free, and includes no added sugar. You can slurp it without guilt," Nutritionist Richa Gangani states, adding, "It is fibre-rich as well!"

Also Read:Enjoy This Healthy Veg Corn Soup And Lose Weight In Winter - Recipe Inside

To start with, clean broccoli and onion well and chop them. Keep these vegetables aside and heat some olive oil in a pressure cooker. Next, saute the onion in the cooker until it releases flavours, and then add broccoli to it. Cook for some time, add salt, pepper, and water, and boil. Mash it if needed for a smooth soup and finally, sprinkle some pepper. That's it. You have a warm, weight-loss-friendly soup ready for dinner.

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