Metabolism Matters

You maybe surprised to learn how your body eliminates fat. It’s a far easier proposition than you may expect, however the catch is the rate at which your body can do this is the key.

Thus your body can only remove so much fat in time (see carbon calculator below). This can be helpful when planning your meals and weight loss regimen.

The Simple Science of Metabolism

Are you suprised? The way your body eliminates fat is via your lungs! The CO₂ you exhale is how — the carbon of carbon dioxide comes from the food you eat. So how can we make more sense of this?

Every carbohydrate you digest and nearly all the fats are converted to carbon dioxide and water. The same goes for alcohol.

Protein shares the same fate, except for the small part that turns into urea and other solids, which you excrete as urine.

The only thing in food that makes it to your colon undigested and intact is dietary [fiber] Everything else you swallow is absorbed into your bloodstream and organs and, after that, it’s not going anywhere until you’ve [exhaled] it.

Watch and Learn

When you lose 10 kg, 8.4 kg comes out of your lungs [exhaled as CO₂] and 1.6 kg comes out as water.

This amazing TEDx talk spells it out for you in just a few minutes:

You can also try out his tool to approximate how long it takes for your body to metabolism different foods - Carbon Calculator by Ruben Meerman, author of When somebody loses weight, where does the fat go? (British Medical Journal)

Metabolic Testing

An available component of Oksana Aron, M.D. medical weight loss program is to complete an in-office resting metabolism test along with any office visit.

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Better Lifestyle

The most important element of achieving and maintaining successful weight loss is the development and persistence of good nutritional habits. Dr. Aron is keenly aware of the multitudes of diet programs out there that over-promise and under-deliver. The protocols and procedures she follows are based on true medical science, clinically proven methods, accompanied with her medical expertise in diagnosing and treating obesity related health disorders.

Excellent patient care. I am satisfied with my results. Her system helped guide me to a better lifestyle that brought about a weightloss that I can maintain. I highly recommend her services.

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Three Years Strong

Don’t let your past experiences of trying to lose weight keep you from picking up the phone and calling us. Remember, our purpose in being here is to help you lose weight. We want to do that in a way that contributes to your health, happiness and long-term weight goals. — Oksana Aron, M.D.

This is a great place! Dr Aron is wonderful, attentive, and encouraging. The office staff follow up with you and make sure everything is going well. I lost 75 pounds and could not be happier. I have kept it off for over three years now. I have my life back. Highly recommend this clinic.

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Consistency is Key

Common pitfalls include distracted eating, eating mindlessly while at work or play, and eating too quickly, not giving your body and mind the time to process consciously and to digest properly.

During my initial appointment with Dr. Aaron, she conducted blood tests to determine the most suitable medication for me. I am thankful for Dr. Aaron, as I chose to embark on this weight loss journey with her on April 6th. Today, June 1st, I had my weigh-in and have lost 20 pounds so far. The key to Dr. Aaron's program is consistency in drinking water, exercising at least 3 to 4 times per week, and consuming 800 calories daily. I truly appreciate Dr. Aaron and am grateful for her guidance.

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Follow the Plan

No two human bodies are alike. What is proper diet and exercise for one person is not necessarily so for another. Dr. Aron's Weight Loss Program addresses the specific needs for each individual patient.

I’ve tried Weight Watchers. I’ve done the Keto diet and just about every diet out there and I couldn’t lose the amount of weight I needed to lose. I decided to go to Dr Aron and it’s truly a blessing for me. I saw Dr Aron on May 3rd 2024 and my weight was 246 lbs as of today August 7th 2024 I’ve lost 32 lbs. All you have to do is follow the Plan she gives to you. 3 meals a day. 800 hundred calories per day. Exercise 3-4 times a week. Stick to it and you’ll see the scale move every week. I need to lose another 34lbs but I’m confident that with Dr Aron guidance and me doing my part that I will reach my goal. I highly recommend that you try Dr Aron program if you’re struggling to lose weight.

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Light and Flavorful Vegetarian Burritos

Style them as you wish!

Imagine delicious vegetarian burritos with colorful toppings, garnished with cilantro, and a side of salsa and avocado slices.

Here’s a simple vegetarian burrito recipe with each serving under 200 calories you can adapt to items and seasonings you prefer or have in your cabinet at home. Tortillas come in many kinds, you can even go lower carb by swapping as a lettuce wrap.

Ingredients (with Calories)

• 1/2 can of black beans (122.5g, 110 calories), drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa (92.5g, 111 calories)
• 1/2 red bell pepper (74.5g, 23 calories), diced
• 1/2 small red onion (50g, 20 calories), diced
• 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil (20 calories)
• 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro
• Whole wheat tortillas (approx. 60 calories per tortilla)
• Optional topping ideas: salsa, avocado slices, Greek yogurt

Recipe Instructions

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper and red onion. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the black beans, cooked quinoa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
4. Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
5. Divide the bean and quinoa mixture among the tortillas, and add any optional toppings of your choice.
6. Roll up the burritos, tucking in the sides as you go.
7. Serve the vegetarian burritos warm and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 180-200
• Protein: 7-10g
• Fiber: 4-6g
• Fat: 5-7g

We hope you enjoy this light version of the vegetarian burritos that are under 200 calories per serving! Let us know if you need any more suggestions.

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Scale it down

Beat the bulge

If the number on the scale isn’t budging as much as you’d like, there’s still some good news. Research shows that even modest weight loss can have a long-term positive effect on your overall health.

Research has shown that even a 5 to 10 percent loss of the initial body weight can greatly reduce health risks and improve general well being

Worth the weight (loss)

By losing 20 pounds or 10 percent of a 200-pound person's body weight, overweight and obese individuals can reduce their risk of Type 2 diabetes by as much as 58 percent. It can also benefit sleep apnea, hypertension, quality of life and mobility as people age. Additionally, the health benefits from losing the weight can last up to about 10 years, even if the individual gains the weight back, according to the behavioral study on 3,000 participants who changed their eating habits by tracking everything they ate and keeping unhealthy foods out of the pantry.

Researchers will also examine whether these healthy habits will decrease the risk of heart attacks and heart disease, and ultimately, whether it can prolong your life.

Make it Happen

The time to start losing weight is now. It’s never too late to become a healthier you. Call Dr Oksana Aron Medical Weight Loss Center at 718-491-5525 or visit WeightLossNYC.com to schedule your appointment.

Sources: ScienceDaily, Dr Oksana Aron

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Pillow Talk

Weight loss is often about the small steps we take each day that sum up long-term for huge results.

Big, sweeping life changes really boil down to small, everyday decisions.
~A Vincent

Dr Oksana Aron and other medical experts chime in on the benefits of good sleep and weight loss. Studies continue to roll in extolling the virtues of extinguishing the night oil.

Follow through on several blog posts past with blog post label sleep:

Perchance to Dream

Some light-hearted quotes about sleep to help you relax:

• If you can’t sleep, then get up and do something instead of lying there and worrying. It’s the worry that gets you, not the loss of sleep. ~Dale Carnegie
• People who say they sleep like a baby usually don’t have one. ~LJ Burke
• Laugh and the world laughs with you, snore and you sleep alone. ~A Burgess
• [Sleep is] the golden chain that ties health and our bodies together. ~T Dekker, English dramatist (1572-1632)
• Getting enough sleep can be just as important as working out. ~A Vincent
• There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep. ~Homer, The Odyssey, Greek epic poet (800BCE-700BCE)
• Finish each day before you begin the next, and interpose a solid wall of sleep between the two. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson, US essayist & poet (1803-1882)

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What if you slept? And what if, in your sleep, you dreamed? And what if, in your dream, you went to heaven and plucked a strange and beautiful flower? And what if, when you awoke, you had the flower in your hand? Ah, what then?
~Samuel Taylor Coleridge, English critic & poet (1772-1834)

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Some Foods can be False Friends

Many tempting foods in marketed as low-fat or low-calorie, or even fat-free quite often can be counter-productive to your weight loss goals. Eating real, minimally processed foods is always the best option, along with maintaining a healthy active lifestyle.

• Flavored Yogurts

  With yogurts legendary health and wellness appeal, what could be wrong? The marketing spin on flavored yogurts (event low-fat ones) can present flavorful additions like sugary preserves and non-natural sweeteners. Even pro-biotic yogurts present more marketing spin than health benefits. As always, real the label — Look for low-fat Greek yogurt varieties without additional sweeteners.

• Bagged Salads

  The convenience and comfort of a premade salad can’t be understated, just be mindful of the fillings — bacon or sweeted fruits and nuts, fatty cheeses and meats, plus high-fat salad dressing just negate any intent of Healthy and Salad.

• Granola Bars

  So much confusion about healthy here. Along with shelf-stabilizers and other additives, consider many granola bars may simply be remarketed cookies. Consider DIY your own granola mix, so you know what is in it and it will taste so much better too. Try with apples and cinnamon or other takes, and make it fun and your own.

• Coffee

  Coffee on its own is fine — our grind with coffee (sorry, we went there…) is the popular trend of creamy lattes and crazy toppings that just dose you with a big calories spike nobody needs to have.

Weight Loss Help

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