As we get older, many of us notice that losing weight becomes more difficult, even when we stick to healthy habits. What used to work now seems to have no effect. You might be wondering, does aging make weight loss harder?
The answer is yes – but there are solutions to help.
At Restored Wellness, Michael Webster, MSN, APRN, and FNP-BC, has firsthand experience with weight loss struggles and has successfully helped thousands of patients by using medical weight loss solutions. We offer telemedicine services in over 30 states, including Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, and New York, so you can get the support you need from the comfort of your own home.
How Aging Affects Weight Loss
Aging causes several significant changes in our bodies that make weight loss more challenging:
- Slower metabolism: With age, our metabolism naturally slows down, meaning we burn fewer calories at rest.
- Hormonal changes: Hormones like insulin, cortisol, and estrogen start to fluctuate. It becomes easier to gain fat and harder to lose it.
- Muscle loss: Lean muscle mass decreases over time, reducing the number of calories we burn during physical activity.
These changes can be frustrating, but they don’t have to stand in the way of getting healthy.
How to Combat Age-Related Weight Gain
Restored Wellness offers medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide to help push through your age-related weight loss struggles. These medications, known as GLP-1 agonists, regulate appetite, improve glucose levels, and promote long-term weight loss.
Even as we age, GLP-1 medications can be highly effective. They help your body overcome the slower metabolism and hormonal changes that make weight loss harder. Many patients, even those in their 50s and 60s, have seen significant improvements with these treatments.
However, certain risks, like low blood sugar or gastrointestinal side effects, may become more pronounced for older people taking these medications. It’s crucial to work with an experienced provider like Restored Wellness to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment as needed.
Telemedicine Weight Loss Solutions at Restored Wellness
You don’t have to go through the weight loss journey alone. No matter where you’re located, we’ll help you develop a custom plan that works.
Call 305-394-9790 today to schedule your consultation and start your weight loss journey with Restored Wellness. Our concierge-level weight loss services are available in over 30 states!
