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Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
Disclaimer:
This webinar is for general interest purposes only, and is not intended
to diagnose or treat any disease or health condition.
It is not a substitute for medical advice, nor medical care
If you have specific concerns, please consult your healthcare provider.
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
Welcome!
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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• Question time – pop your Q in the chat box at the side and I will answer these during the session
Why Weight Loss?• Nearly two-thirds of Australians are overweight or obese – a growth of 19% since
1995.
• 1 in 4 children & teenagers are also overweight
• Generally weight-loss diets are unsuccessful in the long-term
• A 10% reduction in weight leads to a 21-25% reduced risk of cardiovascular events
• A 5.5% reduction in weight results in almost 50% reduction in progressing from pre-diabetes to diabetes
• Increased risk of breast cancer in women following menopause
• Self-esteem, mental health and comfort
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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What This Webinar Is NOT About…
• Diets
• One way of eating is ‘better’ than another
• Health fads or the latest fat-burning supplement
• Stressing about food
• Starving yourself
• Exercising until you reach the point of exhaustion
• ‘Calories in, calories out’
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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What This Webinar IS About…• Weight loss results often don’t match the efforts,
leading to frustration and a tendency to ‘throw in the towel’
So…
• Identifying the areas in which you may be experiencing an underlying issue in, so that you can take steps to address this with a view to improving your health now and into the future.
• Nourishing, respecting and loving your body
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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About Me:• Fully qualified naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist
with 7 years experience.
• Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine)
• Advanced Diplomas:Naturopathy
Nutritional MedicineWestern Herbal Medicine.
• Work with all sorts of health issues including weight management, gut issues, stress, fatigue, thyroid problems, allergies, chronic conditions, hormonal imbalances and more.
• Wife, mum of twins, human being that has been everywhere from a size 10 to an 18
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
QuizLink in reminder email
If you don’t have it – don’t worry.
Use pen & paper & label 1-6.
Or just listen and fill in later!
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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How to score:
1 point for mild/infrequent symptoms2 points for moderate/frequent symptoms3 points for severe/constant symptoms
Quiz Section 1: Thyroid Function1. I feel the cold a lot more than other people – I often need a jacket or extra
clothing when others are lightly dressed.
2. I often feel tired, even with a good night’s sleep and healthy eating.
3. I have a tendency to suffer from low moods/depression
4. My digestion is quite sluggish – I’m often constipated and/or I move my bowels less than once per day
5. I have been diagnosed with a thyroid problem and/or I have a close family member (mother, sister, father, daughter etc) who has.
6. I eat seafood less than once per week.
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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Quiz Section 2: Inflammation1. I have an autoimmune condition (such as Hashimotos Disease, lupus, psoriasis, Type
1 diabetes).
2. I tend to experience a lot of discomfort in my gut – bloating, irritable bowel, food intolerances, indigestion/reflux.
3. I don’t eat a lot of fresh fruit or vegetables.
4. Most of my meals contain bread, pasta, rice, potatoes or cereal.
5. I suffer from arthritis.
6. I suffer from allergies (hayfever, dust, animals, food).
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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Section 3: Stress1. I always feel like I have a lot on my plate, and don’t get much time to rest or relax.
2. I find it difficult to drop off to sleep, or I wake during the night with my mind racing.
3. It is difficult for me to get out of bed in the morning – I feel unrefreshed.
4. I need sugar or coffee as a pick-me-up just to get me through the day.
5. I don’t handle stress very well – I’m easily upset by the slightest thing, or become
irritable when I feel overwhelmed.
6. I gain weight around my midsection very easily and it is difficult to budge.
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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Scoring1 – 6 = low priority
7 – 12 = medium priority
13 – 18 = high priority
In which section was your highest score?
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If your top score was in Section 1: Thyroid Function
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• Your thyroid controls your metabolism, by way of hormones• It is involved in many other body processes including growth and
development of tissues• It is EASILY UPSET – by stress, nutrient deficiencies, exposure to toxins,
dieting….• Underactive thyroid (slow thyroid function) is quite common, and often is
not picked up medically until the thyroid is extensively damaged
• Symptoms of a potential thyroid problem include:
Weight gain Feeling the cold or heat Dry hair or skin Constipation Hormonal imbalances/infertility
Fatigue Low moods High cholesterol Concentration issues/’brain fog’ Cramps/soles of feet feel ‘hot’
Top Tips For Healthy Thyroid Function
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1. Aim to increase your intake of iodine-rich foods such as seafood.
2. Try to include foods that are rich in the minerals zinc and selenium.
• Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)• Oysters• Egg yolks• Sunflower seeds
• Brazil nuts (raw)• Chicken & turkey• Mushrooms• Oats
3. Take steps to manage your stress (more about this in Section 3)
Zinc-rich foods
Selenium-rich foods
An easy way to check your thyroid…
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• Temperature test
If your top score was in Section 2: Inflammation• Take a refrigerated probiotic daily can be a good idea.
• Include anti-inflammatory foods in your diet:• Fresh fish• Fresh fruit and vegetables• Olive oil• Natural enzymes (eg fresh pineapple, pawpaw, apple, banana, avocado & sprouts)
• Avoid pro-inflammatory foods as much as possible:• Alcohol• Refined sugar• Heavily processed/refined foods (packaged foods)• White carbohydrates – white bread, pasta, rice• Processed meats (eg deli meats)• Preservatives, colours, additives
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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If your top score was in Section 3: Stress• Stress can make it easier for you to gain weight, and more difficult to lose weight.
• Stress-busting tips:• Increase your intake of magnesium-rich foods…
Nuts especially cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, Brazil nuts Cocoa, raw cacao & dark chocolate Eggs Seeds such as sesame, sunflower Green vegetables such as spinach & parsley Animal proteins – beef, chicken, turkey Fruits – passionfruit, raspberries Legumes – beans, peas, lentils
• Take time to connect with nature
• Other ways of achieving a calmer state – meditation, gratitude, volunteering
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Buddha was asked, ‘what have you gained from meditation?’
He replied, ‘Nothing! However,’ Buddha said, ‘let me tell you what I lost:
Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Insecurity, Fear of Old Age and Death.’
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
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What Else?• Lack of exercise and/or poor muscle mass from continual low-calorie dieting
• Inadequate protein
• Lack of sleep
• Poor gut health (yes, really!)
• Toxin exposure
• Lack of support
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
Why see a Practitioner?• Program tailored to your needs
• Address the underlying cause
• Professional advice, support, accountability and troubleshooting
• Resources such as recipes and meal plans
• Practitioner-strength hypoallergenic natural medicines that have been scientifically and clinically researched
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
Connect With Me!
www.zestnaturaltherapies.com.au
(Blogs, articles, recipes, tips, meal plans, book appointments and more)
Facebook: ‘Zest Natural Therapies – Linda Back, Naturopath’
www.facebook.com/zestnaturaltherapies
Email:
linda@zestnaturaltherapies.com.au
Why Am I Not Losing Weight?!
© Linda Back 2019
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