Saxenda®

Unlocking Weight Loss Success: 6 Proven Strategies for a Healthier You

Embarking on a weight loss journey can be overwhelming, especially with the multitude of fad diets and quick-fix programs flooding the market. At Viva Beauté Aesthetic, we advocate for a holistic approach that prioritizes long-term health, emphasizing the synergy of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, controlling calorie intake, and incorporating increased physical activity into daily routines. The key to lasting success lies not just in shedding pounds quickly but in cultivating sustainable habits that become second nature, resulting in permanent transformations.

1. Ensure You're Ready for the Journey. Starting a weight loss journey requires a readiness to commit. Recognizing that it takes time, effort, and cost, we offer a variety of options, from advanced fat-dissolving treatments to comprehensive weight management programs. To guide you in choosing the right path, we invite you to a free consultation, no obligations — just personalized advice to set achievable goals, stay committed, and establish effective habits that will ensure long lasting effects.

2. Find Your Inner Motivation. While the journey to weight loss is ultimately up to you, having a strong support and accountability system can significantly impact your success. We provide valuable resources, including a food diary for self-reflection, personalized meal planning, and connections to a FIT health coach. Your inner circle becomes a vital part of your journey, keeping you on track and motivated to reach your weight loss goals.

3. Set Realistic Goals for Lasting Change. Weight loss is much more complicated than just eating less and moving more. The journey is often fraught with challenges, and the risk of regaining lost weight is a common hurdle. To counteract this cycle of perpetual yo-yo dieting, we emphasize the importance of enjoying the process. Beyond initial outcome goals like fitting into a specific dress or losing a certain amount of weight, we advocate for establishing "process goals" — achievable habits like incorporating regular walks into your week or increasing daily water intake. These small steps can lead to transformative changes and set the stage for long-term success.

4. Enjoy Healthier Foods Through Mindful Eating. Mindful eating is a powerful tool in transforming your relationship with food. This approach involves being present and conscious of your food choices, allowing you to make informed decisions about what you consume. Our clinic offers support through a food diary that encourages accountability without judgment. Additionally, we host a monthly Weight Management Clinic Day and can provide referrals to our functional nutritionist partners for comprehensive assistance in crafting a sustainable, balanced diet.

5. Get Active, Stay Active for Lasting Wellness. Physical activity is a cornerstone of successful weight loss. A body in motion not only burns calories but also contributes to overall well-being. Recognizing the challenges of fitting formal exercise into busy schedules, we encourage finding ways to increase daily physical activity. Whether it's incorporating short bursts of activity or exploring fun and engaging exercises, every bit contributes to your weight loss journey. Research also suggests that having a personal trainer can enhance fitness goals. In collaboration with a FIT health coach, we offer a free initial consultation to kickstart your fitness journey.

6. Change Your Perspective for Sustainable Success. Willpower alone may get you through the initial weeks of your weight loss journey, but it's daily actions and choices that lead to lasting success. Acknowledge that setbacks may occur, but rather than viewing them as roadblocks, consider them opportunities to start anew each day. Cultivating a positive and resilient mindset is key to overcoming challenges and staying committed to your weight loss goals.

In summary, successful weight loss goes beyond quick fixes and requires a comprehensive, sustainable approach. Book a free consultation with us to explore personalized strategies that align with your unique journey, setting you on a path to effective and enduring results. Transform your life with these proven strategies and embrace a healthier, more vibrant you.

Saxenda® is a prescription medicine that is unfunded – a prescription charge and doctor´s fees will apply. Saxenda® is indicated as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for weight management in adult patients with an initial Body Mass Index of ≥30 kg/m2 (obese) or ≥27 kg/m2 to <30 kg/m2 (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight related comorbidity, such as dysglycaemia (pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus), hypertension, dyslipidaemia or obstructive sleep apnoea. Saxenda® contains liraglutide (rys) 6 mg/mL. Saxenda® has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Saxenda® is right for you. Use strictly as directed. If you experience side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare professional. Very common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, headache. Please refer to the Saxenda® Consumer Medicine Information available at www.medsafe.govt.nz, in your Saxenda® pack or access this online atwww.novonordisk.co.nz/content/dam/nncorp/nz/en/pdfs/leaflets/Saxenda® cmi.pdf before taking your medication.

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