Top 12 Foods & Herbs for Weight Loss (BETTER THAN OZEMPIC)

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Dr. Josh Axe

Religion & Spirituality, Health & Fitness, Christianity

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🗓️ 20 January 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Josh Axe reveals why popular weight loss drugs might be doing more harm than good, and shares powerful, natural alternatives for sustainable weight loss backed by clinical research. Key Takeaways: Discover optimal diets to boost metabolism Learn about natural compounds for weight management Explore the science-backed combination of intermittent fasting and HIIT that burns fat while preserving muscle Uncover the top 12 foods, herbs, and supplements that support healthy weight loss without dangerous side effects Don't start your weight loss journey without watching this episode! You'll walk away with a complete roadmap for natural weight management that actually works for the long term, without compromising your health or losing precious muscle mass. #ozempic #weightloss #naturalhealth Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Website ------ Staying healthy in today's world is an upstream battle. Subscribe to Wellness Weekly, your 5-minute dose of sound health advice to help you grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every Wednesday, you'll get: Holistic health news & life-hacks from a biblical world view Powerful free resources including classes, Q&As, and guides from Dr. Axe The latest episodes of The Dr. Josh Axe Show Sign up here → https://forms.thehealthinstitute.com/l-77 Submit your questions via voice memo to be featured on the show → speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe ------ Links: We’ve created a full blog post that walks through the main points and insights from this episode. If you'd like to dive deeper or revisit the information later, this is a helpful resource to keep on hand. Read it here → https://thehealthinstitute.com/2025/01/21/natural-ozempic-alternatives/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37541662/ https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/a-2148-6321 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8294388/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11050669/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8294388/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/17/well/ozempic-wegovy-risks-older.html https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/novos-ozempic-faces-scrutiny-over-potential-link-rare-eye-disease-2024-12-16/?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4258944/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6566799/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5644969/ https://www.cell.com/cell-host-microbe/fulltext/S1931-3128(20)30674-0 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4121305/ https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/berberine-and-weight-loss-what-you-need-to-know https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5871210/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26593941/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34684633/ https://www.clinicalnutritionjournal.com/article/S0261-5614(15)00134-X/abstract https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23651522/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36349432/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060194/ https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/6/2291 ------ Ads: Start the New Year with better sleep! Cozy Earth's bestselling bedding is your key to waking up refreshed and ready to conquer your goals. Don't wait—visit cozyearth.com/AXE and use my exclusive code AXE for 40% off. Sweet dreams await!" https://cozyearth.com/axe Even if your bloodwork looks "normal," your symptoms could point to Cell Danger Response (CDR). Discover how to break free from CDR and unlock your full potential at https://beyondbloodwork.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Are you tired of doctors dismissing your symptoms or worse, even making you feel crazy?
0:05.0	Even if your blood work comes back normal, it doesn't mean your health is where it should be.
0:10.0	Think of your blood like a delivery truck, carrying nutrients and hormones, but the real payoff happens when your cells open the package and use what's inside.
0:19.0	If your cells are stuck in what's called cell danger response,
0:23.3	triggered by stress, toxins, or infections,
0:26.4	they go into protective mode.
0:28.3	In this state, cells close off and don't properly take in
0:32.6	or utilize the hormones or nutrients they need from the bloodstream.
0:37.4	Now, this makes the blood work often appear normal,
0:40.6	so doctors often miss the deeper issue,
0:43.2	leaving you feeling tired, gaining weight,
0:46.2	experiencing mood swings,
0:47.6	and dealing with other symptoms
0:49.3	while other cells remain in a state of limbo.
0:52.0	Visit beyondbloodwork.com to learn how you can start
0:55.5	changing this in as little as 30 days. Hey everyone, welcome the Dr. Josh Axe show where each and every
1:01.0	week we explore the science and principles behind how to grow in body, mind, and spirit and take your
1:06.4	health and your life to the next level. This week will be diving deep into the downsides of drugs like OZMPIC for weight loss,
1:13.6	including the negative effects of losing muscle mass.
1:16.7	In fact, did you know that taking OZMPIC for just a few months could age your muscles in your body by 20 years in a few months?
1:29.4	I'll go through how that is. And I'll go through how to actually lose the weight and keep it off long term using vitamins and supplements and the right
1:35.3	type of exercise and the best foods for changing your body composition in order for your body to
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