New Year’s Resolutions

By Melissa Stanley R.N., B.S.N.

Ahhhh the Holidays…. we have all been guilty of indulging a little too much during the season. Along with the guilt of maybe gaining a few pounds come the resolutions to eat healthier, lose weight, and start an exercise program. Research suggests that a staggering 80% of people who join a gym quit within five months due to lack of motivation or boredom. If getting healthier is one of your resolutions this year, having some tips to help you keep this resolution may help:

• Be realistic: Don’t set unattainable goals. Instead of swearing off pasta forever, a more realistic and achievable goal would be to cut down on the number of times you have pasta a week or cutting down the portion of pasta you eat.
• Make an outline: Outlining the steps to reach your goal is easier than trying to tackle it all at once.
• Pros and Cons: Having a list of the pros and cons of keeping the resolution may keep your motivation strong. Place it where you can see it as a reminder.
• Share your resolution: Tell friends or family who will be there to support you through your journey. Having a solid support system can help you stay motivated and accountable.
• Reward yourself: Celebrate your successes by treating yourself to something you enjoy that won’t contradict your resolution.
• Track your progress: Keep track of each small success. Consider keeping a journal where you can write about your successes and struggles.
• Don’t get discouraged: An occasional slip is bound to happen. Take one day at a time. View relapses as learning opportunities.
• Stick to it: Experts say it takes about 21 days for new activities to become a habit. Be persistent and patient!
• Keep trying: If you run out of steam trying to keep your resolution, don’t despair. Start over and try 24-hour increments. These will build on each other, and you will find yourself back on track in no time.

Here at Prime IV of Naples, we have IV infusions that can help you keep on track with your weight loss goals and stick with your New Year’s Resolutions. One of our most popular infusions is named the “Skinny Drip”. This infusion is a great way to jump start your weight loss journey. It helps increase energy and metabolism, while helping to decrease your appetite. A powerful combination of B vitamins helps break down fats, release energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Our amino blend can help reduce cravings and produce energy by freeing up fatty acids. Taurine promotes increased energy (without that jittery feeling), and a Lipolean injection contains a powerful combination of nutrients that help to burn fat, decrease appetite, and increase metabolism.

Another one of our most popular infusions that can also help with weight loss is the Myers’ Cocktail. In addition to containing B Complex and B12, this infusion also contains Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Calcium. Some studies have shown that Vitamin C can help reduce belly fat by helping the body fight against free radicals. Magnesium helps with energy production and blood sugar control, and can also help to reduce stress levels, which are linked to increased appetite and cravings. Calcium provides small increases in thermogenesis or increasing the body’s core temperature, which in turn, can boost metabolism.

Some studies have shown that a slower metabolism can be caused by deficiencies in Vitamin D, B12, and Magnesium. While the sun is the best source of Vitamin D, it can be found in fortified foods, such as cod liver oil, sardines, tuna, salmon, and egg yolks. Magnesium is needed to produce energy in the body. It can also help control blood glucose, regulate blood pressure, keep the nervous system function smoothly, and help keep bones strong. The best sources of Magnesium include nuts, legumes, and leafy green vegetables. Prime IV also offers injections of Vitamin D, B12 and Magnesium to help you maintain adequate levels in the body.

Working toward your resolution is a process, so remember to be patient with yourself. Don’t forget that the unhealthy or undesired habits you’re trying to change took time to develop, so undoing them will also take time. It may take longer than you’d like to achieve your goal, but once you have made the commitment, it will be something you will continue to work on for the rest of your life. Be kind to yourself and celebrate your progress along the way! Come visit us at Prime IV of Naples and ask how we can help you stick to your New Year’s Resolution!

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Naples, FL 34102