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Why We’re Launching a Weight Management Programme at HANX
Women’s bodies change so much throughout our lives. From puberty to menopause and beyond, our hormones naturally fluctuate and can have a significant impact on our overall health and wellbeing. One of the areas that can be particularly challenging is managing our weight. Purported quick fixes. Impossible-to-stick-to regimes. Conflicting advice. Health condition complications.
Every body is different. We know from our own team and our HANX community that managing our weight during crucial life stages such as menopause, or alongside conditions such as PCOS or endometriosis, isn’t always straightforward or achievable via lifestyle changes alone. In response to your stories, we’re bringing a groundbreaking and effective weight management programme to HANX, to support you on your journey to safely and sustainably meet your goals - for the long term.
Is weight management medication an effective solution?
Yes - though it isn’t the ‘quick fix’ you might have read about or seen on TikTok. The latest innovation in weight management medication has been shown to help overweight and obese people lose a healthy amount of weight, with positive knock-on effects for their broader health*, when used alongside increased exercise and a healthy diet. Getting your steps in, following a workout plan and swapping to a calorie controlled diet are all required alongside medication such as Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide). For those who have struggled to lose weight purely from lifestyle changes alone, a weight management programme can be a real help for those looking for support on achieving their health goals.
Managing Weight During Menopause
We’re also hearing from our community who are going through menopause and struggling to adapt to weight fluctuations. One well-researched side effect of menopause is weight gain, especially around the abdomen. This is due to changes in oestrogen levels, muscle loss, and changes to lifestyle often impacted by other menopausal symptoms e.g. fatigue making working out less likely. Extra weight around your tummy increases the risk of health conditions including breathing problems, heart disease and diabetes. By offering weight management services online, HANX is providing a convenient and accessible way for women to get the support they need to take care of their bodies during this challenging time.
PCOS And Difficulties Managing Weight
Supporting our community as they navigate menopause really is just the start. Weight management treatments may prove promising in treating other conditions - though as historically has been the case in women’s health, much more research is needed. However, it could prove revolutionary for those experiencing conditions which can lead to weight gain, such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome. For instance, some people who have PCOS are predisposed to insulin resistance, making them more susceptible to diabetes and weight gain. Some studies show that weight loss of just 5% could lead to a significant improvement in PCOS symptoms** - making weight management medications potentially a real source of help in navigating and managing their health journey.
How does the weight management programme at HANX work?
This weight management programme combines clinically proven GLP-1 medication, which is injected weekly, alongside nutritional and movement guides, to set you up to successfully meet your health goals. Wegovy and Mounjaro are proven to be effective solutions for helping you lose weight when combined with diet and exercise. Weight management medication is designed for long-term progress when teamed with lifestyle changes. Whether you're focused on managing menopausal weight changes, health conditions or the broader wellness benefits of weight loss, the programme is safe, effective and approved by our trusted pharmacy partner.
Want more?
- Discover the weight management programme at HANX and start your consultation today.
- Let’s get real about potential side effects of weight management medication. Read on.
- Wegovy versus Mounjaro: everything you need to know about weight management medication.
