Lifelong Health & Wellness

Lifelong Health & Wellness PA owned practice providing individualized, comprehensive, compassionate medical weight management.

Obesity Care Week is March 2-6, 2026“Unlike most other diseases, obesity is one that continues to be stigmatized, and in...
03/03/2026

Obesity Care Week is March 2-6, 2026

“Unlike most other diseases, obesity is one that continues to be stigmatized, and in many cases, those impacted struggle to receive adequate care. Obesity Care Week aims to raise awareness, educate and advocate for people living with obesity, and provides the opportunity to create lasting change.”

The Commit to Care Pledge:

I pledge to support accessible, affordable, respectful and compassionate care for individuals affected by obesity.

By taking this pledge, I commit to:
* Raising awareness about the challenges of obesity as a chronic disease.
* Advocating for improved policies that expand access to effective, evidence-based care.
* Treating everyone with respect and compassion, free from stigma or bias.
* Encouraging meaningful conversations about the importance of health and well-being.
Together, we can create a future where everyone has the opportunity to achieve and maintain better health.

I Commit to Care

If you'd like to take the pledge or learn more: https://www.obesitycareweek.org/

02/16/2026

Here's a quick run down on what you should expect to pay out of pocket if you are purchasing Zepbound or Wegovy WITHOUT insurance coverage, and the options you have for accessing these discounted prices.

Links in the comments for any website I reference in the video.

TrumpRx is live as of 2/5. Here are the details you need to know from an obesity medicine specialist.
02/06/2026

TrumpRx is live as of 2/5. Here are the details you need to know from an obesity medicine specialist.

02/06/2026

Here’s the deets on TrumpRx….

11/17/2025

Wegovy Price Reduction TODAY!
Sharing a quick update for those without insurance coverage who are paying (or considering paying) for Wegovy fully out of pocket.....

As of 11/17/2025, the max out of pocket cost for Wegovy will decrease from $499 per month to $349 per month - available through NovoCare Pharmacy (mail order), or at your local pharmacy with a savings card you can download from the Wegovy website.

In addition, for those getting started with Wegovy, the two lowest doses - 0.25mg and 0.5mg - will be available for a limited time at a further reduced rate of $199 per month. (limited to 2 fills before 3/31/2026).

This is good news, and hopefully means we'll be hearing about some cost reductions for Zepbound soon as well!

If you're in NC and would like help improving your health through weight loss, we'd love to hear from you and help with any questions you may have!

I have a couple of last minute openings for new patients in North Carolina! If you've been thinking about reaching out, ...
11/10/2025

I have a couple of last minute openings for new patients in North Carolina! If you've been thinking about reaching out, now is the time!

Check out www.lifelongnc.com for more info, or feel free to send me a message.

I'm looking forward to being a part of your journey! -- Angela

PSA: Starbucks has protein lattes and protein cold foam drinks now! And if you use their app, there's a coupon for a $3 ...
09/29/2025

PSA: Starbucks has protein lattes and protein cold foam drinks now! And if you use their app, there's a coupon for a $3 drink today and tomorrow (9/29 and 9/30). 😁

I know, I know...everywhere you look there's a new "high protein" product. Lots of us are focusing on getting more protein into our day, but not every product that's labeled "high protein" is a great choice.

Here's my biggest advice as you're trying to tell if something might be beneficial, or if's it's just marketing....

DON'T TAKE THEIR WORD FOR IT!
You need to actually look at the nutrition label.

A good rule of thumb is to look at the calorie to protein ratio (divide total calories by grams of protein). If a food/drink has a ratio that's 20 or more calories to 1 gram of protein, I would NOT call that a high protein product/food.

If you're working on weight loss or weight maintenance, you'll want to look for a ratio of less than 20 to 1.
10 or fewer calories to 1 gram of protein is excellent!

Let's take my drink as an example.
Today, I ordered a Grande Sugar-free Vanilla Protein Latte.

This drink had 230 calories and 27 g of protein.

230/27 = 8.5...

This means that for every ~8.5 calories, I got 1 gram of protein.
That's a great ratio, and a drink that it would be accurate to call "high protein."

How did it taste?
I thought it was pretty good, actually!
I didn't notice any weird protein powder taste.
I think if I had it again, I would order with 2 or 3 pumps of the syrup, instead of the default of 4, since I don't like my drinks very sweet.

What do GROCERIES have to do with vacation??I know it might sound crazy, but of all the tips I’ve shared this week about...
07/08/2024

What do GROCERIES have to do with vacation??
I know it might sound crazy, but of all the tips I’ve shared this week about maintaining your weight on vacation, I think this one might be the most important:

Don’t forget to make a plan to have groceries at home on the week you return.

Hear me out
if you don’t
here’s what I've seen happen to so many people.....

->You leave town without much in the fridge/pantry.
->When you get home, you’re so busy getting things unpacked, everyone settled, and catching up on laundry that you don’t make it to the grocery store, then it’s back to work and busy schedules.
->Without some healthy options in the house or a plan, it’s easy to fall back on lots of fast food and take out to get through the week.
->Before you know it you’ve gained more weight the week after you got home than while you were away.

This is your reminder:
YOU CAN'T MAKE A HEALTHY CHOICE IF YOU DON'T HAVE ANY HEALTHY OPTIONS AT HOME TO CHOOSE FROM.

Take the time! Make a Plan!
*Make a trip to the grocery store
*Order your groceries ahead of time for delivery or pick up
*Schedule a meal delivery service for the week you return to make dinners easy

It's worth it. YOU are worth it!

Are drinks on the beach or by the pool in your future? Are you looking forward to happy hour with friends/family?Today’s...
07/05/2024

Are drinks on the beach or by the pool in your future? Are you looking forward to happy hour with friends/family?

Today’s vacation tips are ways to keep cocktails from contributing to unwanted pounds from vacation…..including a cocktail recipe that I’ve enjoyed this summer at the end!

𝟭. 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
It’s important to recognize that the calories from alcohol do add up, AND I think most of us tend to make different food choices after more than 2 drinks.

𝟮. 𝗢𝗽𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Consider saving calories with light beers and seltzers.
A regular beer will generally be 150 - 300 calories, while a light beer or seltzer will be 50-100 calories.
A wine spritzer will generally have ½ the calories of a glass of wine.
Choose low calorie or no calorie mixers. A few suggestions - club soda, sparkling water, diet soda, or a squeeze of citrus.

𝟯. 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲!
It’s easy to consume more drinks when it’s hot just because you’re thirsty.
Be sure you’re getting in your water throughout the day, and remember that it can be especially helpful to have a water in between each cocktail/beer/seltzer.

Here’s a low calorie summer cocktail to try:
Juice of ½ lime
1 oz tequila
Fresca
serve over ice
~ 75 calories

If you try the cocktail, let me know. I need help coming up with a name for it so suggestions are welcome!

Cheers!

MINDFUL EATING ON VACATION….here are a few tips!We all eat differently when we're on vacation than we do at home. It's ...
07/03/2024

MINDFUL EATING ON VACATION….here are a few tips!

We all eat differently when we're on vacation than we do at home. It's part of what we look forward to, right?!

You can enjoy yourself and vacation WITHOUT GUILT and WITHOUT A LOT OF WEIGHT GAIN by incorporating mindfulness principles.

BEFORE YOU EAT, ASSESS YOUR HUNGER
* Do a quick check in with yourself and if you find that you are not hungry, then don’t eat.
* Avoid “grazing” and eating just because the people you are with are eating.

BE INTENTIONAL ABOUT FOOD CHOICES
* Think about what food and/or drinks are important to you on vacation, and which don’t make a big difference.
* Don’t fall into the trap of telling yourself that you have to eat ALL the things while you’re on vacation because you can’t have them at home.
(*** If this is a struggle for you, it might be a sign that your eating plan is too restrictive!***)
* Take advantage of the chance to add lots of fruits and veggies to your plate.

SAVOR YOUR FOOD
* Slow down!
* Take the time to appreciate and enjoy what you’re having using all of your senses.
* Slowing down also gives you a chance to listen to your body and recognize when you’re feeling full/satisfied.
* It also helps to avoid eating while distracted (like while watching TV).

Stay tuned for more vacation tips!
Next up.....alcohol and vacation

When on vacation, make plans to be active everyday!Staying active on vacation doesn’t have to be hard! There are lots of...
07/01/2024

When on vacation, make plans to be active everyday!

Staying active on vacation doesn’t have to be hard! There are lots of ways to make small choices that can make a big difference in how much movement you get. Things like:
- Taking walks to enjoy the scenery
- Taking the stairs instead of the elevator
- Choosing a hotel that’s located such that you can walk to points of interest
- Scoping out activities and excursions that will get you moving - paddling, disc golf, walking tours, snorkeling, hikes, etc
- Finding a local gym or planning to use the hotel’s fitness center
- If you like exercise videos, download some to bring with you!

Why?

Added activity helps counterbalance some of the indulgences of travel, making it easier to maintain your progress!

Exercise releases endorphins, improving your mood and lowering your stress levels!

AND, being active will give you more energy to enjoy your vacation during the day, and help you sleep better at night!

Making these adjustments can take a lot of stress out of your vacation, helping you to enjoy it to the fullest and not leave you feeling behind when you get home.

Setting yourself up for success on vacation starts before you leave. Let’s talk packing.... Two items that you should al...
06/28/2024

Setting yourself up for success on vacation starts before you leave. Let’s talk packing....

Two items that you should always take with you on trips:
Your water bottle 💦
Your sneakers 👟

I promise you’ll drink more water each day if you carry your own water bottle.
And who wants to pay $4 (or more!) for water?!

Walking is a great way to explore a new place and stay active while you’re away!
You’re way more likely to get your steps in and enjoy some walks if you have comfy shoes.

What are your must haves??

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