We often associate increasing weight with only two factors, sub-optimal diet, and a flagging exercise regimen. In truth, unintended weight gain is often a multi-factoral process with many potential causes. True, diet is extremely important, and at Monterey Bay Wellness, our doctors are well versed in counseling around the most effective and sustainable nutritional models for optimal weight loss. Likewise, the most effective exercise protocols are employed to optimize the time you spend exercising, but these two approaches are often not enough for those struggling with weight loss.
       
        Sluggish thyroid performance can have huge effects on metabolism and therefore weight management. (See our section on "Thyroid Balancing" accessed from the homepage) Thyroid can be thought of as a large furnace which helps burn calories for energy production. If the calorie source is poor and the furnace is "luke warm," the result is stored calories, low energy, and of course, weight gain. If you have been told your thyroid is "fine," this may or not be true. It is often the case that thyroid numbers, namely the TSH, can show as "normal" while the patient is blatantly symptomatic with several indicators of a hypothyroid state. At Monterey Bay Wellness, we assess every individual as exactly that, an individual, using the most applicative and reliable  thyroid markers.
        Suboptimal hormone levels found in different stages of life can also predisposition many women AND men to weight gain. If you have had weight challenges your whole life, or you suspect a recent onset of peri-menopause or andropause (for men) has caused your weight gain, we will asses your hormones for the balance which the body often demands for ideal weight maintenance.

        Also, blood sugar imbalances can add unwanted weight. Most are familiar with weight challenges associated with Type II Diabetes, but hypoglycemia and insulin resistance can also cause unwanted weight gains. Research suggests that one hypoglycemic episode during the day or night can reduce thyroid function by up to 17 hours. As mentioned above, reduced thyroid hormone levels can often cause or add to the overall metabolic imbalance resulting in gain weight.


Several other factors, in addition to the above reasons for unintended weight gain will be explored via physical exam, a through history taken upon initial consultation, and comprehensive lab testing. By casting such a "wide net," we offer the best chance to discover the imbalances associated with your weight gain and thereby offer the most relevant solutions to your unique challenges.

Optimized Thyroid Function + Balanced Hormones
+ Stabilized Blood Sugar Levels
+ Informed Dietary Choices and an Efficient Exercise Regimen
The New Recipe for Success!

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