Emotions and Eating In the complex journey of weight loss, understanding the emotional aspect of eating is crucial. Often, our relationship with food goes beyond just hunger—it’s entwined with our feelings and emotions. Here we’ll delve into the nuances of emotional eating and how understanding it can be the key to effective and sustainable weight loss.   Emotional Eating Triggers Many of us turn to food for comfort, not just nourishment. Recognizing the emotional triggers—like stress, boredom, or sadness—that lead us to overeat is essential. By understanding our emotional needs and f ..read more

In the realm of diabetes and weight management, medical advancements continue to reshape treatment options, providing new hope for people seeking effective solutions. Among these innovations, tirzepatide stands out as a groundbreaking medication with the potential to revolutionize the way we address these interconnected concerns. At Horizons, we are excited to introduce a new weight loss program that utilizes tirzepatide (also known by the brand name Mounjaro). What is Tirzepatide? Tirzepatide belongs to a class of drugs known as dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and g ..read more

8 Ways for Healthy Weight Loss with Adipex Adipex, also known by its generic name phentermine, is a prescription medication used to aid weight loss in individuals who are obese or overweight. It works by suppressing appetite and increasing energy expenditure. While Adipex can be a helpful tool for weight loss, it is important to approach weight management holistically and incorporate healthy habits into your lifestyle. Here, we will discuss Adipex and weight loss, along with some general tips for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Adipex, or phentermine, works in the brain by stimu ..read more

With hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) no longer being available per a recent change in the FDA’s rules regarding compounding pharmacies, we have changed our HCG weight loss program. Our new program will use the same HCG acronym, but it now stands for Healthy, Clean and Green (H.C.G.).  Our Healthy, Clean and Green program has the same structure as our previous HCG program, but with a few differences. Instead of using hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), we are now using Kisspeptin-10. What is Kisspeptin? Kisspeptin-10 is a peptide that triggers the release of luteinizing hormone (LH ..read more

Whenever we think about eating healthy, salads are one of the first things that come to mind. But are they really as healthy as they seem, and could they be part of what’s hindering your weight loss goals?  Salads come in all shapes and forms, and all are not created equal. Some salads really are healthy and are a great option for weight loss, weight loss maintenance, or just a healthy lifestyle in general. Unfortunately, some salads are very misleading and are higher in calories, fat, and sugar than many other foods! Let’s look at a couple salads from common chain restaurants as an exa ..read more

How to let go of problems, negative self-talk, and welcome new habits and love for ourselves The season’s changing, and we should take the time to self-reflect on that change. What’s working well in our lives? What is holding us back? What can we do to be the best version of ourselves? Self-reflection is vital for self-improvement, but what does that look like? Let go of old problems We all have past experiences that continue to negatively affect our lives. While it’s not as simple as just “letting it go”, it definitely starts with deciding to let it go. If an emotional wound is fresh, i ..read more

8 Meal Prep Tips Don’t cook a big batch of one meal and divide it up. This is probably the most significant mistake people make when meal prepping. While it may sound good, realistically, by day 2-3, we’re going to be bored of eating the same thing. Boredom can lead to unhealthy cravings and temptations. The goal here is to set ourselves up for success. So instead of doing a massive batch of 1-2 different meals, we can individually prep ingredients that we can mix and match to create flavorful and healthy meals throughout the week.    Plan before prepping Before you even start pre ..read more

Benefits of Gratitude While Thanksgiving only comes once a year, that doesn’t mean our expressions of gratitude need to be confined to only one day. Expressing gratitude is something we can do year-round and benefits our overall wellness.    Mental Wellness While the holiday season for many can be filled with anxiety and other negative feelings, one thing that can help alleviate those negative feelings is the expression of gratitude. Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to start a habit of regularly expressing gratitude. The world is full of good and bad, and it can be easy to ..read more

6 Benefits of IV Hydration Therapy Have you ever noticed that sometimes you don’t realize you were feeling bad until you started feeling a lot better? This can happen when we improve our diet, start taking supplements, and even just from being constantly hydrated. While drinking water alone can keep you hydrated, you’re missing out on some of the great benefits of IV hydration therapy.  Immunity boost Consuming more fluids alone can help with improved immunity, but also added ingredients give you even a bigger boost. Vitamin C is essential for the immune system to function properly ..read more

IV Hydration Therapy allows water, electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals to be delivered directly to your bloodstream, which is much more efficient and quick than drinking fluids or taking oral supplements. This is one of the reasons IV fluids are used in hospitals. Many people don’t drink enough fluids on their own which make IV Hydration Therapy even more effective and important.  According to Harvard Health, it’s important for your body to be hydrated in order “to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs funct ..read more