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Hey there,
I hope this note finds you feeling good and full of hope. I want to talk to you about something important that not everyone knows about. It’s about how some people are trying to manage their weight with the help of medicines like Ozempic and Wegovy.
What These Medicines Do:
These medicines are a big step forward in helping people manage their weight. They work by acting like a hormone in our body that helps control blood sugar and hunger, leading to weight loss. For many, they’ve been a new hope when other ways haven’t worked. But, as with anything new, it’s important to know all about what they can do, both good and bad.
A Word of Caution:
There’s been new research that shows these medicines might cause serious stomach problems for some people. This includes more than just feeling sick or throwing up; it can also lead to really serious issues like blockages in the intestines or pancreatitis. This news makes us think about how we look at our health as a whole.
Looking at the Bigger Picture:
Our health journey is about more than just one thing. It’s about how we feel physically, emotionally, and mentally. Medicines like these can help, but they’re just one part of a bigger picture that includes eating well, staying active, and taking care of our mental health.
Enter Postbiotics:
With worries about these medicines, there’s growing interest in something called postbiotics. These are good things that come from the work probiotics do in our gut. They’re showing promise in helping keep our gut healthy, which might help with some of the stomach problems these medicines can cause.
Why Postbiotics Might Help:
Gut Health is Key: A happy gut is super important for our overall health, affecting everything from how we digest food to how our immune system works.
Easing Stomach Problems: Helping our gut with postbiotics might ease some of the discomfort from the medicines, making digestion smoother.
How They Help:
Fight Inflammation: Some postbiotics can calm down inflammation in the gut.
Stronger Gut Barrier: They can make the gut wall stronger, keeping bad stuff from getting into the blood.
Better Gut Movement: They might help with slow digestion, a side effect of the medicines.
Steps to Take With Care:
There’s still a lot to learn about how postbiotics can help with the side effects of these medicines. But, keeping our gut healthy is always a good idea. Before trying postbiotics or making any changes, talking to a doctor is a must. They can give advice that’s just right for you.
Moving Forward Together:
Let’s keep an open mind and heart as we make choices for our health. Thinking about adding postbiotics to our routine could be a good step for those of us using these weight management medicines. It’s about taking care of our gut in a way that supports our overall health.
What You Can Do:
Learn More: Find out all you can about these medicines and postbiotics.
Talk to Your Doctor: Get advice from a doctor before making any changes.
Try It Out: If your doctor thinks it’s a good idea, try adding postbiotics to your routine and see how you feel.
Eat Well: Keep eating foods that are good for your gut, like fiber-rich foods, probiotics, and whole foods.
Stay Active: Moving your body is good for your whole health and helps with managing your weight.
Connect With Others: Sharing your story and hearing from others can be really helpful and comforting.
Together, we can share what we learn and support each other. Every step we take is about taking care of ourselves in the best way we can.
Take care and be kind to yourself,
Jonathan Bailor, (347) 979-1735
Chief Research Director | SANE.MD
New York Times Bestselling Author
Father of Aavia, Keirra, and Amarra
P.S. As we dig deeper into how to take the best care of ourselves, it’s becoming clear that a healthy gut might be a key part of dealing with the challenges of weight management medicines. Taking care of our gut isn’t just about feeling good; it’s about helping our body deal with these medicines in a better way.
Postbiotics are showing us they might be a special kind of helper for our gut, different from probiotics because they’re ready to go right away. They might help keep our gut healthy in ways we’re just starting to understand.
There’s one product that’s catching the eye of many because of its promise to help our gut health in these specific situations. It’s based on solid research and could be a big help in dealing with the stomach issues from these medicines.
I’m not here to sell you anything, just to share information that might help. Your health journey is yours to walk, and the choices you make should feel right for you. If you’re curious about this, talking to your doctor is a great next step. Remember, we’re all in this together, learning and supporting each other along the way.
Today’s Recipe: Garlic Rosemary Flatbread
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon unrefined sea salt
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup extra virgin coconut oil
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1-2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
Directions
Preheat oven to 450’F and place a pizza stone, cast iron skillet, or very thick pizza pan into oven to heat up.
Gently heat up coconut milk and extra virgin coconut oil in a small sauce pan until very warm but not boiling
Combine almond flour, sifted coconut flour, and salt in a large bowl. Pour coconut/extra virgin coconut oil mixture on top. Mix until thoroughly combined. Allow to sit for a couple of minutes to cool and for coconut flour to absorb.
Add beaten egg and mix again until full combined.
CAREFULLY remove hot stone/pan from the oven, cover with unbleached parchment paper, and pour mixture into center.
Using a spatula, evenly spread mixture until it is about ¼ inch thick. Sprinkle on rosemary and garlic.
Bake for 9-12 minutes, depending on how crispy you like it.
Garnish with extra virgin coconut oil and sea salt.Serve!
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