Area of WLR

Why it prevents weight loss

Possible solutions

Stress

Causes increased cortisol which results in muscle loss, inflammation, hormone & neurotransmitter imbalances  and blood sugar imbalances (insulin resistance)

• Deep breathing exercises

• See How to Avoid a Meltdown at Work

• Supplemental support:

Adren-All - 2 capsules twice daily

Sleep

Lack of sleep causes hormone and neurotransmitter imbalances that make you crave sugar, decrease metabolism and increase appetite

• Get as many hours sleep before midnight as possible

• Supplemental support:

Benesom - 1-3 capsules 30 minutes before bed

Neurotransmitter imbalances

(i.e., serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine)

Imbalances will increase appetite & cravings, especially sugar in the afternoon and evening, affect sleep and mood

• Eat protein with each meal

• Rebalance neurotransmitters:

NeuroReplete - 4 capsules 2x/day before breakfast and dinner

Hypothyroidism

Decreases your metabolism and causes other hormone imbalances

• Take axillary temperature test

• Avoid soy products

• Supplemental support:

Thyrosol - 1 tablet 2x/day

T-100 - 1-2 tablets 2x/day

Insulin Resistance

Means that you are not managing blood sugar optimally, which blocks fat burning, lowers serotonin, increases cravings, causes fat storage in midsection and increases inflammation/pain

• Exercise - at least 30 minutes/day

• Avoid Processed Foods (handout)

• Eat protein regularly throughout the day

• Supplemental support:

Diaxonal - 1-2 capsules 2x/day

Sex Hormone Imbalances

(i.e., estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA)

Imbalances can increase fat storage, reduce metabolism, promote insulin resistance, cause emotional eating and cravings

• Avoid alcohol and sugar

• Eat only organic flesh protein

• Take a Comprehensive Female Hormone Profile to determine your exact imbalances

Gut Dysbiosis and Food Sensitivities

Dysbiosis causes improper digestion causing you to eat more; food sensitivities cause cravings and weight gain

• Take a food intolerance test OR eliminate common food allergens: wheat/gluten, dairy, eggs, corn, soy, citrus

• Supplemental support:

Dysbiosis: Ortho Biotic - 1 capsule 2x/day on an empty stomach

Toxic Burden

Slows the metabolism, causes hormone and neurotransmitter imbalances, lowers thyroid function, reduces fat burning

• Reduce toxin intake: eliminate tobacco, soda, processed foods, other pollutants/chemicals

• Eat mostly organic meats and produce - see Dirty Dozen handout