When it comes to losing weight, the key is determination. Losing weight successfully is inspirational and at the same time helps one to build and gain self-confidence. Some people are motivated by good health and longevity, while some just focus on looking good. 

Diet, exercise, eating weight loss supplements, are common choices for many. Studies have found that about 70-80% of these people have hormone imbalance issues and therefore, success is a limited achievement if the root of the problem is not addressed.

Hormones are chemicals the body produces from the endocrine glands. They control the functions of various organs according to the type of hormones as mentioned below:

• Growth Hormone regulates body growth. Stimulate the musculature.

• Thyroid hormone controls each cell's energy generation.

• Insulin and glucagon hormones control blood sugar levels.

• Leptin hormone controls appetite.

• Adrenal gland hormones control the balance of energy, emotions, as well as sex drive.

• Sex hormones express each individual's sexual characteristics and stimulate the reproductive system.

Research studies in anti-aging medicine have found that the above hormones are controlled by factors like, the balance of a person’s body clock and lifestyle. The following lifestyle choices are key factors that affects the balance mentioned: 

• Stressful work life

• Minimal rest

• Late nights

• Waking up late 

• No breakfast

• Unhealthy foods

• Lack of exercise

All the above can seriously affect the metabolism function which in turn causes weight gain. Controlling food and exercise without lifestyle changes is still not enough to rebalance the hormones and hence, making weight loss difficult to achieve.

In addition, Hormones Degeneration Deficiency of cellular metabolism is often a common cause of weight loss problem. Some example of Medically backed weight loss techniques are as follows:

1. Checking hormonal balance and getting the right medical help to ensure this. 

2. Getting the right advice and guidance on healthy lifestyle changes.

3. Intermittent Fasting (fast for 16 hours to stimulate metabolic genes in cells).

4. Use selective food-type techniques (low glycemic index, consume less starch and sweets to reduce insulin stimulation that triggers hunger).

5. Use the gene-based concept of nutrition genetics or nutrigenomics with the help of nutritional extracts (polyphenols in grape, green tea, lychee peel). This includes the balancing of microorganisms in the gut to increase fat metabolism. This in turn affects the function of the gene regulating body weight.

6. Maintaining cell metabolism or Mitochondrial Rescue Program: Mitochondria plays an important role in cells metabolism. Deterioration of the Mitochondria is one of the causes of cell degeneration and weight gain which is commonly due to heavy metal toxins. Cumulative stress can also covert vitamin and mineral deficiencies into possible medical challenges. Therefore, detecting abnormalities and correcting the Mitochondria function is very important.

There are many techniques and factors that can influence our body weight. Personalized Medicine can play a vital role in making one’s weight loss journey a greater and healthier success.

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Written by Dr. Sitt Tienthiti  

Integrative and Anti-aging medicine Specialist