Meet our patient ambassadors
Obesity is not your fault.
– Reneé*
When you know better, you do better.
– Lisa*
Don’t be afraid to fail. Focus on small victories.
– Maija*
*Paid Novo Nordisk patient ambassador.
Lisa, paid Novo Nordisk
patient ambassador
The 411 on Weight Loss
Regardless of culture or background, willpower or not, your body has a mind of its own when it comes to weight loss. If you’ve ever lost weight by eating less and exercising more, chances are you regained the weight back. Only 10% of people who lose weight on their own can keep it off. That’s because, as your body′s metabolism slows down, appetite hormones increase—so you end up feeling more hungry and less full.
And beyond what the scale might say, if you’re living with obesity, there’s an impact to your overall health that’s hard to overlook. Excess weight can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke, or death.
The good news?
Studies show that when people work with a health care professional, they can lose up to 5x more weight than if they tried alone. There’s a science to how you lose weight and maintain it—and your health care professional can help you understand how it works.
Lisa, paid Novo Nordisk
patient ambassador
THE 411 ON KNOCKOFF OR COMPOUNDED WEIGHT-MANAGEMENT MEDICINES:
Companies that promote and sell non–FDA-approved weight-management medicines may be exposing people to unknown safety risks. Talk to your health care professional about options that are right for you.
Stressed? Or Blessed?
When you’re dealing with the everyday realities of life—work, finance, relationships—it can feel overwhelming. Especially in today’s world, stress is something everyone experiences, so you’re not alone.
What’s more, when you’re under stress, your body may release hormones that can increase cravings for sugary, fatty foods, which can easily derail your weight-loss plans. Studies show that support from trusted people like family, friends, and community organizations can lead to better outcomes for people trying to lose weight. Next time you feel anxious, count your blessings. It just might help you stay on track.
Speak Up. Be Heard.
Sometimes it can be hard to talk about your weight-loss journey—especially to your health care professional. Maybe you’ve lost weight and gained it back, and you feel like it’s all your fault. Maybe you don’t even know where to start the conversation about your weight. But here’s the good news:
The fact that you made the appointment, and followed through, means you’re showing up for yourself. And this one positive step can lead to an effective weight-loss management plan. Start with an honest conversation.
Ask the hard questions. Establish your goals upfront. Tell them about the family traditions that may impact your weight-loss plans. Importantly, ask them about the science behind weight management. They can tell you about strategies that can help you lose weight and maintain it.
“Tell your doctor what has worked for you in the past and what hasn’t. The more information you share, the better.”
—Holly F. Lofton, MD
NYU Langone
Paid spokesperson for Novo Nordisk
