Weight Gain

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More and more frequently, when an individual has consistent difficulty in losing excess weight, an underlying biochemical or hormonal deficiency can be found to be the culprit. Often exacerbated by the inevitable yo-yo dieting, that achieves exactly the opposite of the desired effect.

At IYAC we believe good health should precede weight loss. Which should be seen not as the 'goal' but as the natural outcome of achieving a healthy metabolic system and body. So our approach is to look at hormone balance and general well-being first, before embarking on a weight loss programme.

Once general health and well-being is achieved, our weight management programme incorporates a healthy eating plan, basic exercise program and stress management, to supplement any nutritional therapy and natural hormone supplements prescribed.

Possible hormonal deficiencies in someone with difficulty losing weight:

1. Hypothyroidism

2. Food allergies

3. Intestinal yeast overgrowth

4. Insulin resistance

5. Estrogen (usually premarin) without progesterone