Truth is, you want to lose weight but your body doesn't

THEY SAY WEIGHT LOSS IS A MATTER OF WILLPOWER.

TRUTH IS, YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT BUT YOUR BODY DOESN'T.

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Hormones play an important role in weight management

Excess weight (obesity) is a serious and chronic disease. Many people lose weight only to regain it. It can feel so frustrating, but you're not alone. Hormones play a role in weight management, and they could be the reason why it's hard to lose weight and maintain it.



An added benefit to losing weight and maintaining it is how it may help improve some weight-related health conditions.  A health care professional can help guide you to determine what weight-management options may be right for you.

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Do you know about other effects of losing weight?

Losing weight may affect more than just the weight on the scale—it can also impact your hair, gallbladder, and even bone health.

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The cycle can be broken

Talk to a health care professional about treatment plans that could prevent the weight you lose from coming back.

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Meet some appetite hormones

Get to know some of the natural hormones that play a role in hunger, fullness, and weight.

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Beyond the scale

Learn how weight loss can affect your body including hair, gallbladder, and bone health.

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†Paid Novo Nordisk patient ambassador.

Donna, a paid Novo Nordisk ambassador who is a fearless hiker and energetic nana

“When I learned that obesity is a disease, it was such a huge relief for me because I didn't have to think about it as being my fault. There's not one solution that's going to work for me for the rest of my life, but it makes me feel so much more confident knowing there are options out there for helping to manage obesity.”

—Donna
Paid Novo Nordisk patient ambassador
Fearless Hiker, Energetic Nana

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By entering your height and weight, you can quickly find out your body mass index (BMI). Knowing this number can help you start a conversation with a health care professional.

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