Has your health insurance recently swiped your Ozempic or other weight loss drug, and now you're struggling to figure out what to do? Have you ever faced weight gain and thought, 'What's the use anyway?' and then given up on the things that could actually help you get back on track? Can you see how giving up only makes the problem worse?In this episode, Dr. Adrienne Youdim explores the potential causes of weight gain and loss, as well as provide insights on how to prevent it from occurring in the first place.If you're someone who feels defeated because you got your Ozempic swiped, or you feel defeated because you never qualified and had access to it to begin with or someone who has experienced a recent weight regain or is simply interested in learning more about maintaining a healthy weight, this episode is a must-listen. What you’ll learn from the episode:Understanding the impact of health insurance changes on weight loss medicationsRecognizing potential challenges when insurance coverage for weight loss drugs is alteredLearning surprising expert physician insights into weight loss and weight management and discovering effective sustainable strategies to prevent weight gain or regain despite insurance limitations“Don't let the disappointment of not having gotten Ozempic impede or interfere with your effort. Let your effort be independent of all of that and know that your effort matters.”- Dr. Adrienne Youdim5 Expert Physician Advice to Reclaim Your Weight LossStick to Your Food Habits: Even without medication, it's important to maintain the healthy eating habits you've developed. Increase your portion sizes of protein-rich foods, such as chicken, to manage hunger effectively. Create an Environment for Success: Plan your meals in advance and bring your own lunch to work to avoid ordering unhealthy food.Manage Cravings without Catastrophizing: Cravings are normal, and occasionally giving in to them is okay. Instead of beating yourself up, accept what happened, show yourself kindness and compassion, and move on. Don't Lump All Behaviors Together: Separate your eating habits, exercise routine, and sleep patterns. Just because you had a setback in one area doesn't mean you should abandon all healthy behaviorsStay Accountable to Yourself and Others: Maintain accountability by tracking your progress, whether it's through regular weigh-ins or sharing your journey with a trusted friend or healthcare professional. If stepping on the scale triggers negative emotions, consider using a blind scale or relying on someone else to monitor your progress.Recommended ResourceHungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss From the Inside Out by Dr. Adrienne YoudimDownload my 5-Step Guide to Redefined Nutrition: Join https://dradrienneyoudim.com/newsletter/If you enjoy what you hear on this podcast, head over, write a review, and help me create the impact with a message that I want to share. Don’t forget to head over to our shRecommended Resource Hungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss From the Inside Out by Dr. Adrienne Youdim If you love it and you think it is of benefit, please share this podcast with one person that you love. You can also go to dradrienneyoudim.com/podcast if you prefer to get more podcast updates from us.