By Dr. Jon Thomas D.C PSc .
It’s
a New Year, but it’s not too late to get started on a weight loss program that
helps you to achieve your goals. For many people, entering a new year provides
them with a renewed focus on their health. If you made a New Year’s resolution
to lose weight and you’ve been sticking with your plan and succeeding at it,
congratulations.
If
you’ve had trouble sticking with a resolution to lose weight, you’re certainly
not alone. Most people find out that losing weight is more difficult than
coming up with a resolution to lose weight. The good news is that it’s never
too late to get started.
Most
people find out they need some help to lose their unwanted weight. That’s why
there are so many weight loss programs around. Unfortunately, most of them
don’t work very well, especially in the long run.
One
of the big differences between NutriMost and other weight loss programs is that
it resets the metabolism. This is critically important because without changing
the way a person’s body works, the likelihood is very high that he or she will
regain any weight lost. Before going into detail about the metabolism, here are
some important things to understand about fat
What
is the purpose of fat?
Although
fat has a bad reputation, it plays some important roles in the human body. Fat
stores calories, so they will be available when you need them for energy. Fat
also releases hormones that control metabolism.
For
example, one of those hormones is called adiponectin adiponectin
Too
much fat also throws other hormones out of balance. When the hormones aren’t
balanced and working together the way they should be, it creates all kinds of
problems in the body. It can even can set the stage for disease.
What
is adipose fat?
Adipose
fat, which is sometimes referred to as subcutaneous fat, is the fat directly
under the skin. Adipose fat is measured in many ways; for example, with
skin-fold calipers to estimate total body fat, or using a special scale that
measures body composition. In addition to storing energy, adipose fat provides
insulation and cushioning for the body. However, many people have much more
cushioning and insulation than they actually need. Most people who are
overweight would like to have a lot less adipose fat.
What
is visceral fat?
When
NutriMost patients talk about the weight they’ve lost, one of the things they
frequently mention is the loss of “visceral fat.” It’s mistakenly known as
belly fat, abdominal fat, or, in men, beer belly. Visceral fat is actually the
fat wrapped around the organs in the abdominal cavity.
Visceral fat is known as the
“Dangerous Fat” having connection affected
What
are the hazards of adipose & visceral fat?
In
addition to making people feel bad about their own appearance, there are
several health concerns closely associated with abnormally high fat in the
body. In a recent article in
In
the article, Woolston writes, “People with large bellies and deep (visceral)
fat tend to lose sensitivity to insulin, a crucial hormone that helps the body
burn energy. When insulin loses its power, the body responds by pumping out
more of the hormone, which only throws the system further off balance. As a
result, people with extra belly fat are vulnerable to a whole cascade of
problems known as insulin resistance syndrome or metabolic syndrome.”
How
big is too big in the waist?
If
you have a large waist or belly, you have visceral fat. How big of a belly is
too big? Generally, women with a waist measurement over 35 inches and men with
a waist measurement over 40 inches are at increased risk for a variety of
health issues. The tape will tell the tale.
In
addition to helping patients lose their excess weight, NutriMost resets the
metabolism so that they keep the weight off for good. After you finish your six
phases on NutriMost, you will return to the foods you enjoy. At that point, you
will know what foods can be disrupting for your body and you will have an
understanding of how to deal with them. You’ll have the tools you need for true
ongoing weight management.
Have
you tried “everything” and found nothing that actually works? Summer weather is
just a few months away. Has the time come for you to begin your transformation?
Have you had trouble losing weight or finding a weight loss program that helps
you to achieve your health goals permanently? If so, it’s time to try something
different, something that has worked for lots of other people.
Body
Composition Analysis
The
starting point for NutriMost is getting a Body Composition Analysis (BCA). The
BCA shows hormonal deficiencies and other nutritional deficiencies that inhibit
a body’s ability to lose weight. With that information, I can develop the
recipes that will turn a patient’s metabolism into a fat-burning machine.
Getting
a BCA is completely painless and the cost is a very affordable $27.00. Are you
ready to lose twenty pounds or more in 40 days? Call the Vibrant Life Health
Center to schedule your appointment.
Make
2016 your best year ever! Get started with NutriMost today!
Call
us to set up an appointment and to get started on a new way of life where
you’ll be healthier and happier. I will meet with you, explain the NutriMost
program, and answer any questions you may have. We’ll discuss your goals and
how NutriMost can help you to achieve them.
Remember,
true transformation comes from doing things you’ve never tried before.
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In
this article, I have discussed adipose fat, visceral fat, and some of the
health risks associated with fat. I’ve also written about the NutriMost weight
loss program which addresses both permanent weight loss and ongoing weight
management.
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Dr. Jon Thomas is a
Board Certified Chiropractic Physician. His practice, The Vibrant Life Health
Center, is located in the Mandarin section of Jacksonville. His interest in
health and fitness started early, and his athletic pursuits have included
BMX racing, Professional Snow Skiing, Water Skiing, Baseball, Weight Lifting,
and Martial Arts. After studying and learning from some of the top health
experts throughout the world, Dr. Thomas dedicated his life to helping people
of all ages to transform their lives. The objective for each patient is to
initiate the body’s healing and to work progressively toward a body that
functions optimally. Dr. Thomas is seen regularly on TV on First Coast Living,
where he discusses the transformations of his patients. He also speaks at
events throughout the community and writes informative articles to improve the
health of residents throughout Jacksonville.
