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Obesity

What is the average weight for a 13 year old?

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to weight or body shape at this age. It’s all about being healthy and feeling good in your own skin, rather than focusing on a specific number on the scale. So, try not to stress too much—everyone is on their own path and it’s all part of the adventure of growing up!

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Obesity

How many steps a day to lose weight?

Walking is a great exercise that helps burn calories, which is key for losing weight. How many calories you burn depends on your weight, walking speed, and how long you walk. For example, if you weigh about 160 pounds, you can burn around 314 calories per hour walking at a moderate pace. Over time, these calories add up, helping you lose weight.

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A woman tugs at her stomach while holding a tape measure, frustrated with her weight loss plateau.
Obesity

How to tighten skin after weight loss naturally?

Losing a significant amount of weight is no small feat, and you’ve worked hard to get here. As you revel in your success, it’s only natural to want to feel your best in every way possible. One common concern many people face after weight loss is dealing with loose skin.

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Obesity

How to drink apple cider vinegar for weight loss in 1 week?

There are several misconceptions about ACV. It’s not a one-size-fits-all remedy; individual results can vary. Drinking excessive amounts will not speed up weight loss and can cause digestive discomfort or enamel erosion.

Additionally, ACV alone will not lead to significant weight loss—its benefits are maximised when combined with a healthy diet and regular physical activity.

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Obesity

How long does Mounjaro stay in your system?

Mounjaro stays in your system for a while because it has a long half-life of about 5 days. This means that it takes around 5 days for the level of the drug in your blood to drop by half. Since you usually get Mounjaro as a weekly injection, it helps keep a steady level of the medication in your body.

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A younger couple running to increase their weight loss after taking Mounjaro to help kickstart their journey
Obesity

What is Mounjaro?

Mounjaro is a medication that helps with weight loss. It’s for people who have a hard time losing weight with just diet and exercise. Mounjaro helps by controlling hunger and making you feel full, so you can stick to a healthy eating plan more easily.

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A man in his 60s is running in the park while listening to music. He has a big grin because his antidepressants are working well.
Obesity

What is Wegovy?

Wegovy is a prescription medication designed to aid in weight management. Its active ingredient is semaglutide, a type of drug known as a GLP-1 receptor agonist.

Initially developed to manage type 2 diabetes, semaglutide has been found to have significant effects on weight loss, leading to its approval specifically for obesity treatment.

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A man in his 60s is running in the park while listening to music. He has a big grin because his antidepressants are working well.
Obesity

How long do you take Wegovy for weight loss?

Wegovy is a medication designed to support people who want to lose weight but are finding it tough to do so with just diet and exercise alone. Think of Wegovy as a friendly assistant on your weight loss journey—it helps your body manage hunger and makes you feel fuller sooner. This can be especially helpful if sticking to a healthy eating plan has been a bit of a struggle.

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