The Smart & Sustainable Way to Lose Fat (Not Muscle)

Shift Your Hormones to Lose Weight!

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👋 Hello Friends,

Is there a magic pill or injection for weight loss?

In 2025, the popularity of injectable GLP-1 agonists has exploded. Originally designed for managing diabetes and obesity, these drugs are now being widely used by people trying to lose just 10–15 pounds—raising important questions about safety and long-term effects.

While GLP-1s can help suppress appetite, they can cause side effects. They increase insulin while slowing gut motility, often leading to nausea, constipation, and even small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). As a gut health doctor, I’ve seen a growing number of patients develop SIBO after starting weight loss injections—making GLP-1s a major new trigger for SIBO in 2025.

And when the injections stop? For many, the weight rebounds almost immediately. 😱
It’s also important to understand that body composition matters far more than just the number on the scale. The goal is to lose fat—not muscle. Unfortunately, GLP-1s can cause you to lose both, including lean muscle and even facial fat, which can leave people looking gaunt or aged.

The good news: You can reset your metabolism and hunger hormones naturally—without compromising your gut health or risking unpleasant side effects.

🧠 In my video on the Hormones that Control Your Weight, I explain how insulin, leptin, ghrelin, and cortisol influence your cravings, energy, and fat storage—and how you can restore balance through diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplements.

One of my favorite tools? Berberine Pro
Berberine activates AMPK, the same “metabolic switch” targeted by Metformin, improving insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. But Berberine goes far beyond blood sugar—it’s a powerful anti-inflammatory that calms the gut, supports the liver, lowers cholesterol, and fights off bad bacteria and yeast like Candida.

My formula also includes Alpha Lipoic Acid, a potent antioxidant that supports nerve health, brain function, and mitochondrial energy.

💊 Unlike Metformin, Berberine doesn’t contain synthetic fillers like PEGs, titanium dioxide, or dyes—and it won’t deplete your B12 levels.

Struggling with constant hunger or cravings?
Metabolism Support is a caffeine-free blend of green coffee bean extract, lemon verbena, and hibiscus polyphenols. Backed by randomized controlled trials, it’s been shown to reduce hunger, improve satiety, and lower waist circumference—naturally.

🍽️ My top diet recommendation for sustainable weight loss is the Paleo Diet, often combined with intermittent fasting. Eliminating grains like bread, pasta, rice, cereal, and crackers helps reduce insulin spikes and curbs hunger. Many of my patients lose 15+ lbs in just a few months and feel more energized—with less appetite. Best of all, it’s far more sustainable than keto.

🏃♀️ And don’t forget movement!
Aim for 30–45 minutes of cardio daily, even in two short sessions. Add strength training 3x/week to build lean muscle and raise your resting metabolism—this is key to long-term fat loss.

✨ The bottom line: when you change your food, movement, and mindset, you change your hormones. That’s the real secret to losing weight, keeping it off, and feeling truly vibrant from the inside out.

 

Shop Now Shop Now This is a great make-ahead breakfast! Chia seeds are a great source of soluble fiber and omega 3 fatty acids! 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds 2 Cups Non-Dairy Milk (like unsweetened Almond Milk) 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (or sweeten to taste with Stevia) Pinch of salt Mix the ingredients together in a bowl and pour into 4 small glasses or mason jars. Cover and keep in the fridge overnight. Top with fresh berries, coconut flakes, and chopped walnuts for a fresh and healthy breakfast! Enjoy! How’s your diet and exercise routine going this year? There’s always room to grow! Focus on real, whole foods, prioritize protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and keep moving—whether it’s walking, strength training, or yoga. Sustainable habits, not quick fixes, are the key to lasting energy, strength, and vitality. Wishing you great health! Rajsree Nambudripad, MD