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Managing weight involves more than just willpower or discipline. The human body perceives weight loss as a potential survival threat. Historically, losing weight signaled famine, not a conscious diet. This explains why the body mounts a powerful response to preserve fat stores and recover any weight that has been shed. Following a period of weight loss, there are substantial shifts in the hormones that regulate appetite and fullness. The hormones responsible for stimulating hunger rise, while those that signal satiety fall.
Consequently, even when adhering to a healthy diet and following all guidelines, you may experience increased hunger. Such hormonal adjustments can persist for several months, occasionally for more than a year. Simultaneously, your body's resting metabolism slows, burning fewer calories than anticipated and becoming more efficient with its energy use, thus requiring less energy to operate. This metabolic adaptation serves as a protective measure, allowing the body to conserve energy in the belief that food sources are limited.
In Germany, elevated body weight is a widespread issue. For women, the most significant increases in weight typically occur during the transition into perimenopause, after which being overweight becomes increasingly prevalent. Meanwhile, for men, rising weight often becomes a considerable concern as early as the age of 25.
Beyond the daily discomfort it can cause, being overweight can pose significant long-term health problems. Obesity is a factor in nearly 8% of cancer diagnoses and elevates the risk of cardiovascular conditions (primarily heart disease and stroke), type 2 diabetes, and musculoskeletal issues such as osteoarthritis. These health problems can lead to premature mortality and significant disability. For this reason, addressing obesity is crucial. While various methods exist, the most critical aspect is finding a sustainable approach to maintain your desired weight. The likelihood of regaining weight after short-term diets or extreme measures is considerable. This makes a well-defined strategy and consistent support for adherence highly important.
If you are experiencing weight gain, sugar cravings, an increase in abdominal fat, emotional or binge eating, or other symptoms related to being overweight, The Longevity Practice can offer assistance with:
The brief answer is: as soon as you can.
Studies indicate that numerous key health indicators start to change as early as young adulthood. The sooner you understand your individual risk factors and begin tracking important changes (such as hormonal, metabolic, and cardiovascular shifts), the more effectively you can gain from making adjustments to your lifestyle, diet, and physical activity.
However, it is never too late to start. Whether you begin in your 30s, 40s, or later, comprehending your baseline health and addressing age-related shifts can still result in significant positive changes. Beginning at a younger age just simplifies the process of sustaining progress and promoting lifelong health.
At The Longevity Practice, our focus is on using early and precise diagnostics to identify risks before they develop into health issues. Rather than merely reacting to illness, we develop straightforward, individualized plans aimed at preserving long-term health. We aim to provide each patient with a thorough understanding of their own body, complemented by actionable steps they can implement immediately. With prevention and clarity as our foundational principles, we guide patients in constructing a longer, more healthful life.
Our primary commitment is to help individuals feel their best at every stage of life and to support them in achieving longer, healthier lifespans. To accomplish this, we adhere to several fundamental principles:
• Scientific Precision
• Personalization
• Prevention First
• Clarity & Guidance
• Long-Term Healthspan
• Trust & Transparency
Find out if our approach is a good fit for your needs. Book your consultation online and Schedule an appointment
In our practice, we rely exclusively on evidence-based methods and medical diagnostics that have been scientifically proven to make a difference. Our focus is on preventing the “four horsemen” of aging—cardiovascular disease, cancer, metabolic dysfunction, and neurodegeneration—rather than offering trends like epigenetic age tests or wellness drips. Our Prevention strategy addresses tailored exercises, nutrition, sleep, mental health and if necessary support by supplement and medication.
The cost for a Weight Loss Focus Session is based on the German healthcare pricing system (GOÄ – Gebührenordnung für Ärzte). We encourage you not to stop at consultation alone, but to begin your full Longevity Journey with us. Here is what our protocol looks like:
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