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Losing weight involves more than just discipline or willpower. When an individual sheds pounds, their body perceives this change as a danger to its survival. For millennia, a drop in weight signified famine, not a conscious diet. This is why the body mounts a strong defense to preserve fat stores and recover any lost weight. Following a period of weight loss, hormones regulating appetite and fullness undergo major shifts. The hormones that signal hunger become more abundant, while those that communicate satiety diminish.
This results in a state where, even if you are eating nutritious foods and “doing everything correctly,” you frequently feel more hungry than you did previously. These hormonal alterations can persist for several months, and in some cases, for over a year. Simultaneously, your body expends fewer calories at rest than anticipated and grows more efficient with its energy use, meaning it requires less energy for its operations. This metabolic adaptation is a defense mechanism: your body holds onto energy because it assumes food is in short supply.
Excess weight is an extremely common issue throughout Germany. For women, the most significant increases in weight tend to occur during the transition into perimenopause, after which being overweight grows increasingly frequent. Concurrently, for men, weight gain often begins to be a considerable problem right after they reach the age of 25.
Beyond creating discomfort in daily activities, carrying excess weight can pose a significant problem over time. Obesity is a factor in nearly 8% of cancer diagnoses and elevates the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases (primarily heart conditions and stroke), type 2 diabetes, and musculoskeletal problems like osteoarthritis. Such conditions often lead to premature mortality and significant disability. Consequently, addressing obesity is essential. While many approaches exist, the crucial element is discovering a method to maintain your goal weight sustainably. The probability of regaining weight after temporary diets or extreme interventions is exceptionally high. For this reason, having the right strategy and support for adherence is critically important.
If you are dealing with weight gain, cravings for sugar, more abdominal fat, emotional or binge eating patterns, and other symptoms associated with excess weight, The Longevity Practice can assist you with:
The short answer is: as soon as you can.
Studies indicate that a number of key health indicators already start to change during early adulthood. The sooner you develop an understanding of your unique risk factors and begin tracking important shifts (in hormonal, metabolic, cardiovascular, and other systems), the more effectively you will be able to profit from making adjustments to your lifestyle, diet, and level of activity.
Nevertheless, it is never too late to get started. Regardless of whether you begin in your 30s, 40s, or at a later age, comprehending your personal baseline and adapting to age-related changes can still yield significant benefits. Commencing at an earlier stage just simplifies the process of sustaining progress and fostering long-term well-being.
Our primary goal is to help individuals feel their absolute best at any stage of life and to support them in their pursuit of longer, healthier lives. To accomplish this, we are guided by several fundamental principles:
• Scientific Precision
• Personalization
• Prevention First
• Clarity & Guidance
• Long-Term Healthspan
• Trust & Transparency
At The Longevity Practice, our approach centers on detecting risks before they evolve into health conditions by utilizing early, accurate diagnostics. Rather than simply responding to illness, we formulate transparent, customized plans aimed at preserving health over the long term. Our objective is to provide each patient with a profound insight into their own body, complemented by actionable measures they can implement immediately. By placing prevention and clarity at the heart of our practice, we empower patients to construct a longer, more healthful life.
Find out if our methodology is the right fit for you. 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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