#Medical Weight Loss & Fitness
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great-health-stuff · 19 days ago
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💧H20: Your Body's Best Friend 🙂
We all know we should drink more water. But let's be real, it's easy to forget amidst the chaos of daily life. So, let's dive deeper into why hydration is actually a big deal:
1. Brain Power Boost:
Focus & Concentration: Dehydration can lead to brain fog, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. Water helps deliver essential nutrients to your brain, keeping you sharp and alert.
Mood Elevator: Studies suggest that dehydration can negatively impact mood, increasing feelings of anxiety and irritability. Staying hydrated can help you feel more emotionally balanced.
2. Physical Performance Peak:
Exercise Efficiency: Water plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature during exercise. Proper hydration helps you perform better, reduces fatigue, and minimizes the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Muscle Recovery: Water aids in muscle recovery and reduces muscle soreness after intense workouts.
3. Skin Nourishment:
Radiance from Within: Adequate hydration keeps your skin plump and hydrated, improving its elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Clearer Complexion: Staying hydrated helps flush out toxins, which can contribute to breakouts.
4. Digestive Boost:
Smooth Sailing: Water is essential for proper digestion. It helps break down food, move waste through your system, and prevent constipation.
5. Overall Health:
Immune System Support: Proper hydration helps your immune system function optimally, making you less susceptible to illness.
Joint Lubrication: Water acts as a lubricant for your joints, reducing friction and improving flexibility.
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Tips to Stay Hydrated:
Carry a Water Bottle: Keep a reusable water bottle with you throughout the day and refill it regularly.
Infuse Your Water: Add slices of fruit, herbs (like mint or cucumber), or a splash of juice to make it more flavorful.
Track Your Intake: Use a water tracking app or just keep a note of how much you're drinking throughout the day.
Eat Water-Rich Foods: Include plenty of fruits & vegetables (like watermelon, cucumber, and celery) in your diet.
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gainsisgoals · 6 months ago
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Weigh in and progress!
Starting weight (09/July/2024) 90.1kg
Final goal 50kg
Current goal 80kg
Current weight (11/July/2024) - 88.4kg
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confessions-into-the-void · 13 days ago
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The fun thing about my life right now is I'm finally coming off of the SNRI I never wanted to be in in the first place. I tried one, it didn't work and was sooooo close to being done with it when my doctor convinced me to try a similar one. The side effects were worse than the first one and by this time I knew how bad withdrawals were, so I put up with it. Until now. Until I couldn't handle it anymore and here I am. It has been almost a week since I've had this medication in my system and holy shit.
Last night was probably one of the worst brain nights I've had in a very very long time. I am usually so good at stopping and correcting myself when I start getting into negative self talk, but last night I couldn't.
It went on and on, just thinking the most absolutely horrible things about myself. I couldn't stop it, I couldn't get my brain to shut up and I had to just lie there and take it.
During all of that, something changed inside me. While yes, those thoughts were so awful and not true, it also made me realize that maybe it's time for a change.
I have spent every year since I lost *soul pet* desperately just trying to survive. I feel like every time I take a few steps, I fall back even more. I lost access to a lot of my *healthy* coping mechanisms and have resorted to the unhealthy ones. I lost such a big part of my identity and my purpose when he left. I went from taking care of someone 24/7, distracting me from taking care of myself, to only having to take care of myself in a blink of an eye. I don't know how to positively take care of myself. I only know how to pretend and how to survive.
Since then I have gone through so many medication changes, so many doctors and therapists and Ive made some improvement, but I'm still falling short.
I was doing so good for so long. I was getting my body healthy, I was going out more often, spending time with the music that lead me to this city. I was so close to thriving, even though I didn't know how I was doing it.
And then last year happened. It was a whirlwind of disasters over and over. I didn't think I would ever feel the pain like I did in that one year again, but I did. I went from being almost on top of the world after my first round of TMS and traveling and smiling and making plans
To this.
To the hole I've ended up in now. Last year I lost my oldest friend. Someone that saved my life more times than I could count. Someone who stayed my friend every time I fell for the lovebombing. Someone who was such a big part of who I am. I could not have been *performer name* without him by my side, cheering me on, capturing the moments in photos, lugging my ass around from show to show, dragging my ass to other states. I was so far out of my shell because of him.
And I never got to tell him.
I don't know how to show positive emotions to people. I don't know how to tell people how important they are to me. I sure as hell wish I did.
Over time, we grew apart as I moved away, but he was always the one reminding me of the literal children we were when we met. My mostly uninked skin, before a lot of the pain and trauma. All of my other friends just kinda fell away over time. But not him.
And then he left. Life got too much and he couldn't do it anymore. And while I respect his choice so much, it doesn't change the fact that it sucks. I'm not trying to make his death about me, but moreso talk about the parts of me that died with him.
In just a few years, my whole identity was stripped away from me because the universe is cruel and we're all at its mercy. I tried to rebrand. I tried to be reborn, but *my name* just never quite felt right.
I don't know if anything will ever feel right again
During this time of trying to figure out feelings and handle my pain and grief, my health was put on the back burner entirely. I went from eating healthy, to desperately choking down sweets or chips in an effort to just *feel* something other than the gut wrenching despair I was going through. My body is the absolute worst it's ever been, and it's cycling.
I am always a huge believer in fat positivity because no one should have to hate themselves because of their size, their stretch marks, their shape. Everyone deserves to love themselves as they are. Everyone should be allowed to do what feels best for them. So what if someone diets religiously to have the best nutrients? So what if someone eats what they want because it's good? Because life is too short to not enjoy food. So what if someone is desperate to just feel something?
And I try to love my body for what it is, all of it. I try to allow it to do what it is going to do and not dwell on it. I try to allow myself to enjoy me as who I am now, and not compare myself to the unhealthy 20 something year old I used to be. And overall I do pretty ok at that.
The problem lies in the operation of my body. It fucking hurts. Everything fucking hurts all the damn time. My knees give out, my tendons click and slide around. Elbows lock up, ribs shift, sternum gets wonky, jaw locks for months on end. And these are things I've always had some sort of issue with, but I can't deny that my body is struggling to support itself and it sucks.
I'm trying to find a healthy place where I can focus on the physical aspects of my health that I haven't been able to focus on because my mental health screams so loud, but also not go overboard where it becomes my identity and I become hooked on the feeling when I watch my body change. I've gone through that before, and thankfully I have always been able to recognize when it starts to become obsessive. There's an addictive high involved in dieting and exercise. Getting "in shape" sometimes feels like going to a casino for me, and my gosh, I am the type of person who should never ever step foot inside one of those.
It becomes a feeling I can't control and the numbers take over my brain and I rabidly drool over the clothes I can now fit in. And then
And then it becomes a game. How far can I take this?
I've taken it pretty far, and when I hit double digits, it still wasn't good enough. It was never good enough. It became my life, my goal, my mission and I cared about nothing else.
It was never about control for me
It was always an obsession with winning. Breaking records, creating new ones. How close could I get to disappearing.
I'd flaunt myself as if I liked the way I was. I hated it. I've never been happy with it (although, I'd kill to be as "fat" as I thought I was back then. Everything was such a mask while I drooled over the numbers on a scale that meant more to me than pretty much anything else.
And I sit here, feeling the aches in my bones, the stain in my muscles doing the jobs of the other parts that hold a body together. I feel the struggle to tie my shoes, to fit in my clothes. I feel all the problems and pain I put off to tend to the grief that needed my attention more.
I have harmed my body while trying to fix my mind.
I can't do this anymore.
I miss me
Not the size of who I used to be
But the things I used to be able to do.
I miss the hours of dancing without my heels throbbing
I miss being happy in the clothing I wear
I miss utilizing the closet I so carefully curated to become something that represented me
I miss not hurting this bad
I need to make change.
The words in my brain have made me really face the elephant in the room. I cannot go on living like this.
I deserve for my body to feel the best it can.
But how?
How do I retrain myself to enjoy things that will be beneficial for things other than taste? How do I find a way to get the dopamine rush I need without choking down a chocolate bar in the middle of the night? How do I cope and grieve without filling my mouth with taste just to distract me from reality?
How the fuck do I change?
I am to the point now where I'm not sure I really like any aspect of myself.
I mean yeah, I'm a lot kinder now than I used to be. I'm thoughtful and caring and funny and resourceful
But im also insecure, competitive, obsessive, awkward. I struggle to exist within my own body and mind.
Where do I begin?
I've always sneered at the people who are like "new year, new me" as if some kind of arbitrary date actually means anything more than a new calendar and having to hit all your deductibles again.
I think I understand it now. I need time to be ready. I need time to plan and to really comprehend what I want, why I want it, and how I'm gonna make it happen. I have to nap out the most healthy ways for both my brain and body to move forward. I have to figure out how to care for myself in a way I never really have.
I'm probably not alone in this.
Plus, with a whole shift in my diet, I gotta get the binging out of my system (not literally of course).
I have to fully settle on the mindset that I do not care about what I look like. I do not care about the physical changes in my body and how small the numbers can go. I have to find a focus beyond that. I have to find some sort of measurable *thing* where I can see progress, but isn't going to send me spiraling down to eating just one small bag of chips all day while working a labor intensive job. I also have to figure out how to make the time to make my body move. I have to figure out how to navigate around the first while while these bones and joints and muscles get used to being put under even more pressure, to eventually have pressure taken off. I have to go into this knowing that for a while it's going to fucking suck. I'm going to fucking hurt and I'm going to need rest days and I need to figure out how to balance not sending myself into a flare but also pushing myself to keep improving
I am no longer the person I used to be
I don't want to be the person I am now
If I can't ki11 my body, I can at least erase the parts I hate. I can morph myself like putty into something I can learn to love
I can create the 2.0 version of myself
I can make them and shape them
But most importantly
I can love them
(I feel like this post is probably the closest one I have where people can figure out who I am, but like if somehow one of my IRL acquaintances do figure it out: no you didn't. You will pretend you never read any of these words and honestly maybe even pretend you don't know me)
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relaxedstyles · 4 months ago
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atthequillsmercy · 2 months ago
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Today's Workout: Not Fun
I’ve been taking it easy because I ended up with food poisoning on Sunday night after work. I usually am able to make a take out order last three days so, I didn’t think it was a big deal to heat up my leftover Chinese from Fritday before I went to work on Sunday. By the end of the night, I was vomiting. It got so bad, I couldn’t even hold down stomach meds to stop the vomiting. I ended up…
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vulpine111 · 3 months ago
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I'm glad I have enough spoons to make phone calls today.
I called the clinic that might help me get on PrEP. I will be seen in late December. I look forward to being on medication that will prevent me from catching HIV, even if that means lots of blood work.
I gotta call back the clinic that managed my testosterone next, but I also just called insurance for a ride to see my sleep specialist next Thursday. I'm going to try to get a CPAP mask that won't blow air into my eyes or give me as many sensory issues.
I also initiated the process to get a different care coordinator- one that might actually get me the level of support I require.
While I am at it, maybe I should finally look for a nutritionist who can help me lose some more weight. I'll try the UNM Truman Clinic. My goal weight for the hysterectomy is now 235 pounds but I'd like to get down to about 200.
My goal weight before I get top surgery would be even less, but we will see what is realistic.
I like to eat, after all.
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oldmanyaoi-jpeg · 7 months ago
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i hate uhc all they do is email me about how i'm fat and deny gender-affirming care
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wakandama2 · 2 years ago
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I wouldn't wish being poor and diabetic on my worse fucking enemy yo
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helthandfitness9090 · 1 year ago
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Unlocking the Silent Threat: Understanding High Blood Pressure in 2023 | High Blood Pressure 2023
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Unlocking the Silent Threat: Understanding High Blood Pressure in 2023
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moneymakeoportunity · 2 years ago
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How can I lose weight quickly?
Losing weight quickly is not always the healthiest or most sustainable approach, as rapid weight loss can lead to muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, and a higher likelihood of regaining weight later on. However, if you're looking to lose weight in a healthy and effective manner, here are some tips:
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Set realistic goals: Aim for a gradual and sustainable weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week. Rapid weight loss may be tempting, but it's not typically recommended for long-term success.
Adopt a balanced and nutritious diet: Focus on consuming a variety of whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats. Limit your intake of processed foods, sugary snacks, and beverages.
Watch your portion sizes: Be mindful of portion sizes to avoid overeating. Use smaller plates and bowls, and listen to your body's hunger and fullness cues.
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be mistaken for hunger, so staying hydrated may help prevent unnecessary snacking.
Engage in regular physical activity: Incorporate both cardiovascular exercises (e.g., jogging, swimming, cycling) and strength training (e.g., weightlifting, bodyweight exercises) into your routine. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week, along with strength training exercises twice a week.
Reduce sedentary behavior: Minimize the time you spend sitting or lying down throughout the day. Incorporate more movement into your routine, such as taking regular breaks to stretch or walk around.
Get enough sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. Sufficient sleep plays a crucial role in weight management as it regulates hunger hormones and supports overall well-being.
Manage stress: Find healthy ways to cope with stress, such as practicing mindfulness, engaging in hobbies, or talking to a supportive friend or professional. Stress can sometimes lead to emotional eating or other unhealthy behaviors.
Monitor your progress: Keep track of your food intake, exercise, and weight changes. This can help you identify patterns, stay accountable, and make adjustments as needed.
Remember, sustainable weight loss takes time and commitment. It's important to focus on long-term lifestyle changes rather than seeking quick fixes. Consult with a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian for personalized advice and guidance based on your specific needs and
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hormonesclinics · 2 years ago
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Managing Obesity: Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle
Obesity is a major health problem affecting millions of people worldwide. This is a condition in which excess body fat builds up in the body, leading to a variety of health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer. It can be treated with medical intervention. This blog post will go into detail about different ways to treat obesity.
Diet
One of the most important factors in managing obesity is diet. A healthy and balanced diet is essential for maintaining a healthy weight. It is important to eat a variety of nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated and trans fats.
Exercise
Physical activity is also important in managing obesity. Exercise helps burn calories, improve muscle mass, and boost metabolism. It is recommended to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. This can be achieved through activities such as brisk walking, cycling, swimming, or strength training.
Behavioral changes
Making behavioral changes can also help manage obesity. This includes setting realistic goals, monitoring progress, and staying motivated. It is important to identify triggers for overeating and develop strategies to overcome them. Seeking support from friends and family, joining a support group, or consulting with a healthcare professional can also be helpful.
Medications
In some cases, medications may be prescribed to manage obesity. These medications work by reducing appetite, blocking the absorption of fat, or increasing feelings of fullness. However, medications should always be used in combination with diet and exercise.
Surgery
For those with severe obesity, surgery may be an option. Bariatric surgery is a type of surgery that can help reduce weight and improve overall health. This surgery involves reducing the size of the stomach or bypassing a portion of the small intestine to limit the amount of food that can be consumed.
Summary
obesity is a serious health condition that can be managed with the right lifestyle changes and medical interventions. A healthy diet, regular exercise, behavioral changes, and medical treatments can all help manage obesity and improve overall health. It is important to seek support from healthcare professionals and loved ones to ensure long-term success in managing obesity.
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thefitcollective1 · 12 days ago
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connectedcarenp · 26 days ago
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atthequillsmercy · 6 months ago
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Today's Workout: Steamed Wings
This time I was able to get in the workout without having to pause. This worked out well since I had some editing to do and I finally finished the next chapter for Patreon. That’ll be up before the end of the week for sure. Yeah, I’m still working my way through the vegetables but this time, I put in some raw chicken wings and cooked them in the Itaki. It turned out really good! I do tend to…
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miamibariatric · 1 month ago
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How to Get Mounjaro for Weight Loss and Address Loose Skin After Weight Loss
Embarking on a weight loss journey can be a life-changing experience, but it often comes with challenges. One of the common concerns people face after losing significant weight is dealing with loose skin. Additionally, many individuals are exploring medical treatments to help speed up the process and ensure lasting results. If you're wondering how to get Mounjaro for weight loss or how to address loose skin after weight loss, this blog will provide insights on both topics.
How to Get Mounjaro for Weight Loss
Mounjaro is a prescription medication that has recently gained attention as an effective treatment for weight loss. This injectable medication works by regulating blood sugar levels and reducing appetite, making it easier to lose weight. For individuals struggling with obesity or weight-related health issues, weight loss can be a critical step toward reaching their health goals.
To get Mounjaro for weight loss, you must first consult with your healthcare provider. Mounjaro is often prescribed for those with a BMI of 30 or higher, or for those with Type 2 diabetes. Your doctor will evaluate your health and determine if Mounjaro is a suitable treatment for you. If approved, your doctor will guide you on the appropriate dosage and monitor your progress over time.
The next step is working with your insurance company to determine how to get Mounjaro for weight loss covered. In many cases, insurance plans will cover Mounjaro if it’s deemed medically necessary. Be sure to check with your insurance provider to understand their specific coverage requirements, which might include proving that lifestyle changes alone have not been effective.
Loose Skin After Weight Loss: Causes and Solutions
While losing weight can bring many health benefits, one challenge that often arises is loose skin. As the body sheds fat, the skin may not be able to shrink back to its original shape, especially after a significant amount of weight loss. This can be particularly noticeable in areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, and face.
The main reason for loose skin is the loss of fat that leaves the skin with less structure and elasticity. Age, genetics, and the amount of weight lost all play a role in how much excess skin may remain. Younger individuals or those who lose weight more gradually may have a better chance of their skin retracting more effectively, but this is not always the case.
How to Address Loose Skin After Weight Loss
If you're dealing with loose skin, there are several ways to address it:
Strength Training and Exercise: Building muscle can help fill out the skin and provide a more toned appearance. Focus on exercises that target the areas where loose skin is most prominent, such as the arms, legs, and abdomen.
Hydration and Skin Care: Keeping your skin hydrated can improve its elasticity. Use moisturizers and oils that promote skin health, such as vitamin E or hyaluronic acid, which can help tighten and rejuvenate the skin.
Non-Surgical Treatments: There are a variety of non-invasive treatments available, such as laser therapy, radiofrequency treatments, or ultrasound, which can stimulate collagen production and improve skin tightening.
Surgical Options: In some cases, individuals may opt for body contouring surgeries like a tummy tuck or arm lift to remove excess skin. These procedures are generally reserved for individuals who have lost a large amount of weight and are looking for more permanent solutions.
Conclusion
Achieving weight loss goals can be an empowering experience, but it can also come with its own set of challenges, such as dealing with loose skin after weight loss. If you’re considering medical options like Mounjaro, understanding how to get Mounjaro for weight loss and its potential benefits is an important first step. Whether you’re working to shed pounds with the help of medication or looking for ways to address loose skin, a comprehensive approach to weight loss and skin care can help you achieve a healthier, more confident version of yourself. Always consult with your healthcare provider to find the best solutions tailored to your needs.
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