10/30/2024
HAVE YOU BEEN HEARING ALL ABOUT THE WEIGHT LOSS DRUG SEMAGLUTIDE?
Semaglutide (same compound as Ozempic) is a synthetic injection drug that works by artificially supporting the gut by slowing digestion, minimizing blood sugar spikes and promoting the uptake of GLP-1 (glucagon like peptide 1). GLP-1 is a hormone that's made in your gut. So Semaglutide is a gut and blood sugar hormone injection. That shows just how critical gut health and hormones are to weight loss.
But like all things synthetic and pharmaceutical there are serious side effects: GI issues, retinal damage, and even thyroid cancer. In addition to the artificial stimulus which decreases our body's natural ability to function optimally on its own. So once you go off it you'll likely gain all the weight back, plus more. Not to mention the high price point at $350+ per month. Lastly findings are showing that all of these quick starvation weight loss methods are a lot of muscle loss. Which overall decreases your metabolism, immune system and is extremely hard to get back. So you'll end up with a fatter body with slower metabolism when you stop the injections.😳
I'm a big believer in all things natural and in finding solutions that heal our body so it functions at its highest levels. I want my body to be a well oiled machine that feels great, looks great and full of energy every single day. Plus I want to avoid side effects and wasting are synthetically/lab made and don't contain what's in the label. You can do more harm than good with those. I highly recommend compound supps that are food derived. The only brand of supplements that I use and recommend is dōTERRA. Plus it's also much less space in your cabinet and suitcase for 3 compound supps.
So I've been doing something I love and going down a "rabbit hole" and spent hours diving into Semaglutide, how it works, and alternative natural solutions that support the same weight loss channels.
To provide a natural alternative that's safer, cheaper, and far more effective short and long term. So if you'd like more info and a natural protocol please keep reading.
2 STEPS TO FAT BURNING
There are 2 steps to fat burning. 1st you have to mobilize the fat via lipolysis, then 2nd "burn it up" with oxidation. Both steps are critical and so often people just do half then wonder why they don't get results.
Step 1 - Fat mobilization (lipolysis): Done via the enzyme lipase: lipase is found in dōTERRA VMz and Terrazyme.
Step 2 - Fat oxidation (burn up fat, convert it to energy): With the weight loss injection drug this is done via promoting the uptake of GLP-1. You can stimulate GLP-1 naturally these ways much more safely and less expensive.
Did you know 50% of all drugs are synthetic derivatives of plants? But you can't patent or medically prescribe plant compounds 🤔
NATURE'S GLP-1 BOOSTERS
Berberine: Berberine is being dubbed the "natural Ozempic". Berberine supports blood sugar levels, minimizes spikes, promotes insulin production, minimizes glucagon production (excess stored sugars in the body). It also supports gut and satiety hormones. Berberine is found in dōTERRA MetaPWR assist
Magnesium: There are thousands of studies linking low Mg to obesity in many, many ways. Mg is one of the most underrated minerals and has the biggest impact upon obesity. 95% DV found in dōTERRA Bone Nutrient, 36% DV in VMz.
Selenium: Selenium is a critical nutrient to support and "feed" the thyroid hormone. 127% DV found in dōTERRA VMz
Pre-pro-postbiotics: Biotics are essential for gut health, gut hormones and nutrient uptake. dōTERRA ProBiome Complex is a unique formulation of 30 pre-pro-postbiotics with 18 billion CFUs. Post biotics make butyrate which stimulates GLP-1.
Acetyl L carnitine: 150mg found in dōTERRA Alpha CRS Turmeric/curcumin: turmeric is high in berberine, "natures Ozempic". 30 mg in Alpha CRS.
Shivering: Shivering releases succinate, which prolongs insulin action of GLP-1. To stimulate succinate do 3 sets of hot/cold. Get to a point of shivering, warm up for 30 seconds. Repeat 3x.
Fiber: slows down digestion. This is a key part of Semaglutide so you feel more full for longer, but done synthetically causes GI issues. Instead naturally add more fiber rich foods or dōTERRA fiber to your diet.
Protein: slows down digestion, maintains muscle, higher satiety. Have a goal of getting a good serving of protein with each meal and snack. I take 2 scoops of dōTERRA protein daily.
Adrenaline/epinephrine
Yerba mat, guayusa tea
WORKOUT TIP
For max fat burning do the high heart rate stuff 1st, followed by the steady state cardio. Ideally fasted in the am, or at least after a couple hours of eating. For example do HIIT or sprints for 10 min, then fast uphill walking for 30.
GLP-1 BOOST PROTOCOL
• Life Long Vitality: full serving daily.
This is absolutely essential. Be careful of taking only 50% serving if you're wanting 100% results.
• Women's Bone Nutrient: 2 daily
• Meta PWR Assist: 1-3 daily, before meals
• ProBiome: 1 daily
• Terrazyme: 1-3 daily
• Fiber
• Protein
• Yerba Mate tea
When buying supplements please be careful of cheap, isolated supplements. As a dietitian I am not a fan of those at all. Cheap supplements often contain a lot of fillers, are synthetically/lab made and don't contain what's in the label. You can do more harm than good with those. I highly recommend compound supps that are food derived. The only brand of supplements that I use and recommend is dōTERRA. Plus it's also much less space in your cabinet and suitcase for 3 compound supps.
If you're interested in natural alternative supplements you can get these all for a fraction of the cost. Not to mention all of the other health benefits you'll receive while supporting the body's pathways as it was designed vs an expensive synthetic injection. I hope that is helpful and you all find great success with your weight loss and other health goals. Naturally, safely, and effectively.
Here is a link to purchase dōTERRA Products at 25% discount -
https://doterra.me/wfqT0u
From Dietitian Allison Huish Jensen 🫶
