Why Is It So Hard to Lose Weight and Keep Off? With Amanda Velazquez, MD

Guest: Amanda Velazquez, MD, is board certified in obesity medicine and internal medicine. She is the Medical Director of the Comprehensive Weight Loss Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

SUMMARY:

In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Velazquez discusses the challenges of losing weight and keeping it off. She provides practical tips and advice for those struggling with weight loss, including:

* Setting realistic goals

* Making sustainable lifestyle changes

* Finding support

* Overcoming emotional barriers

* Dr. Velazquez also shares her thoughts on the latest weight loss trends and treatments.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

* Weight loss is a complex process that is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, hormones, diet, and lifestyle.

* There is no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss. What works for one person may not work for another.

* It is important to find a weight loss plan that is sustainable and that fits into your lifestyle.

* Making small changes to your diet and lifestyle can have a big impact on your weight loss goals.

* Don't give up! Weight loss is a journey, not a destination. There will be ups and downs along the way, but if you stay focused and persistent, you will reach your goals.

Additional resources:

* [The Comprehensive Weight Loss Center at Mercy Medical Center](https://www.mdmercy.com/comprehensive-weight-loss-center/)

* [National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases](https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/weight-management/)

* [The Obesity Society](https://www.obesity.org/)