Alecia Parks, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and owner of Infinity Wellness, understands there can be a lot of misinformation about achieving a healthy weight. Alecia shares how protein, exercise, and serotonin in the gut can all play significant roles in weight management and overall health.
What is the Role of Protein in Weight Management?
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in weight management. It is known for its ability to increase feelings of fullness, reduce appetite, and boost metabolism. Higher protein diets can lead to greater weight loss, preservation of lean body mass, and improvements in metabolic health compared to lower protein diets.
Why is Physical Activity Important?
Regular physical activity, including both aerobic and resistance exercise, is essential for weight management. Exercise helps to burn calories, increase metabolic rate, build muscle mass, and improve overall metabolic health. It also contributes to the maintenance of weight loss over the long term.
How Do Serotonin & Gut Health Affect Weight?
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is primarily known for its mood-regulating effects. However, about 90% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, where it plays a role in various physiological processes, including appetite regulation and gastrointestinal motility. Alterations in gut serotonin levels have been linked to changes in appetite and body weight.
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