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Weight Loss Injections: A Nutritional Therapist’s Perspective

Alison Bladh

Commonly marketed as Wegovy or Ozempic (originally for type 2 diabetes), semaglutide has shown weight loss ranging from 15-20% of body weight when combined with a calorie-controlled diet and increased physical activity. Orlistat leads to modest weight loss of 5-10% of body weight when combined with a low-fat diet.

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Estrogen Dominance and Its Impact on Skin

Nutritional Aesthetics Alliance

Other factors, including unhealthy diet and lifestyle choices, can also contribute to estrogen dominance–the good news is that many of these can be changed. Eating an unbalanced diet that is high in processed foods, refined carbohydrates, and saturated fats can lead to elevated estrogen levels.

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How To Maintain Liposuction Results: What to Do After Lipo

West Lake Dermatology

For many, this means some long-term lifestyle changes when it comes to diet and exercise. Eat healthier foods : Instead of trying a short-term fad diet, focus on eating a nutritious, balanced diet. Focus on a balanced diet rich in lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

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A Board-Certified Dermatologist's Skin Care Secrets

Eminence Organics

How much does diet impact skin health? While diet isn't the root cause of all skin concerns, certain nutrients can support skin health. Your skin changes with the seasons, environment and even lifestyle factors like stress and diet. A damaged skin barrier can lead to sensitivity, breakouts and inflammation.

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What Is Cortisol Face? The TikTok Trend Explained

Eminence Organics

Other Causes Of Facial Puffiness While cortisol is often blamed, UCI Health emphasizes that several other factors are more likely to cause facial swelling: Diet: High sodium consumption can lead to water retention. Optimize Your Diet High-sodium diets are a common culprit behind water retention and puffiness.

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What Conventional Acne Treatments Get Wrong

Nutritional Aesthetics Alliance

We also touched on the importance of an integrative approach that includes diet, lifestyle, and mindset, alongside topical treatments. We invite you to explore our Certified Nutritional Aesthetics Practitioner Training Program HERE. Do you want to learn more about our integrative approach to skin health?

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Infrared Sauna Therapy for Weight Management: A Guide for Women 40+

Alison Bladh

A 2018 study in Complementary Therapies in Medicine demonstrated that the metabolic boost from regular infrared sauna sessions could lead to improvements in body composition and fat loss when combined with a balanced diet. Journal of Athletic Training, 52(10), 900-910. Archives of Environmental and Occupational Health, 75(5), 280-289.