Health and lifestyle

Not losing weight despite feeling like you are doing "everything right" is rarely due to a lack of discipline. The body's biology and hormonal systems play a central role in regulating body weight and can counteract weight loss.

To achieve sustainable results, it can therefore be valuable to understand how appetite regulation and individual circumstances affect weight, as well as which evidence-based treatment options are available.

Wondering what you should weigh at your age? Many people look for weight charts to find an ideal weight, but a healthy weight cannot be determined solely by your age or height. Body composition, muscle mass and where fat is stored are often far more important than the number on the scale. Read what science says about age, BMI and how to find your unique healthy weight.

When can I reach my goal weight? It’s one of the most common questions during a weight loss journey. The answer depends on your starting weight, your biology, your height, your body composition and how your body responds to treatment. Losing weight is a process that takes time and is rarely linear. Here, we explain what affects the pace, why a goal weight is more of a direction than a fixed number, and how Yazen supports you along the way.

Are you worried about developing "Wegovy face" during your medical weight loss journey? This term describes the hollow or sagging facial appearance that can occur after rapid weight loss. It is a natural result of losing subcutaneous fat, not a direct side effect of the medication itself. Discover why your face changes during weight loss and how you can support skin health.

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Combining physical activity with your medical treatment is one of the best ways to achieve sustainable health and effective weight management. While modern treatments are highly effective, exercising protects your muscle mass, supports bone health, and boosts long-term results. Discover how to safely exercise on weight loss medication, which workouts are most effective, and how the Yazen team can support your active lifestyle.

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Are you wondering if you can drink alcohol while taking GLP-1 medication? The short answer is yes, but you’ll need to be careful. Medicines like Wegovy and Mounjaro can change how your body processes both food and alcohol. This can increase side effects like nausea and affect your alcohol tolerance. Here are a few things to help you make safe, informed choices.

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Overweight and obesity are growing health challenges affecting many people globally. Losing weight and finding a sustainable balance can be difficult, but support is available. Weight impacts both physical and mental health. In this article, you will learn why overweight occurs, which lifestyle changes can help, and how to measure your progress toward a healthier weight.

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Are you considering changing your obesity treatment provider? You can safely switch weight loss clinic online without interrupting your progress. Whether you are seeking better medical support, a holistic approach, or help managing side effects, transferring to a comprehensive digital clinic like Yazen is simple. This guide outlines how to transition safely and ensure continuity of care.

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Lorem ipsumDo you recognise the feeling of being tired all the time while simultaneously gaining weight, without understanding why? You are not alone. Many people find that their body feels heavier and everyday life becomes more demanding when their energy is insufficient. It can be both frustrating and worrying, but there are often explanations for why this happens.

Many people want to get rid of belly fat for aesthetic reasons, but the health benefits of reducing your waist circumference are significantly more important. A waist circumference over 80 cm for women and 94 cm for men increases the risk of both type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In this article, we explain what belly fat is, why it often accumulates around the stomach, and which changes can reduce waist circumference in a healthy way.

New data suggests that modern obesity treatment not only affects weight but also function and quality of life to an extent that is rarely highlighted.

Do you have to stop eating candy to lose weight? No, but if you eat a lot of sweets, it can be smart to cut down – it often makes weight loss easier. A total ban rarely gives sustainable results. Long-term health is about a balanced whole where nutritious food, satiety, and enjoyment all have their place. Here are tips for reducing sweets and building sustainable habits.

Many women notice that their body changes during menopause. More fat may gather around the stomach while muscle mass gradually decreases. But what is actually happening in the body, and how does it affect weight? In this article, we look at what research shows and which strategies may help if you want to lose weight during menopause.

“How much weight can you lose in a month?” is a question many people ask when they want to lose weight. It’s a completely understandable thing to wonder. At the same time, it’s important to remember that weight loss isn’t a race, and quick results don’t always mean long-term success.

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There are many myths and prejudices surrounding overweight and obesity. They are deeply rooted in society and can create guilt, shame and misunderstanding, despite obesity being a complex medical condition influenced by biology, environment and living conditions. When myths dominate the conversation, they obscure what actually helps. In this article, we address common misconceptions and highlight knowledge that truly makes a difference.

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Body mass index (BMI) is a commonly used measure of the relationship between weight and height in weight loss and obesity treatment, but it does not provide the full picture of your health. At Yazen, we therefore complement BMI with body measurements and body composition to gain a better understanding of your body and develop more individualised strategies for sustainable weight loss.

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Every second, your body uses energy. Your brain needs fuel to think, your heart to keep beating, and your lungs to fill with air. Even when you are lying still, your body is constantly working in the background. All of this requires fuel. Metabolism, also known as metabolic rate, is the process by which the body converts food into energy.

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Effective fat burning isn’t about extreme methods – it’s about understanding how the body uses energy, how you can increase your expenditure, and how to build habits that last for more than just a few weeks. Many people who want to lose weight think they need to do everything “perfectly”, but in reality it’s about finding long-term, sustainable strategies combined with training, nutrition, and more daily movement.

Weight loss can bring significant positive changes for both health and wellbeing. At the same time, many people experience loose skin after substantial weight loss, especially if the weight has decreased rapidly or if they have lived with overweight or obesity for a long time.

Loose skin is a natural result of changes in the skin’s elasticity as the body adjusts. By understanding how the skin is affected after weight loss and which factors influence its elasticity, you can give the skin better conditions to tighten and feel firmer again.

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Blood pressure shows the force of the blood as it is pumped out into the blood vessels. Both high and low blood pressure can affect your health negatively, but high blood pressure is of particular concern. If blood pressure remains elevated over a longer period, it increases the strain on the blood vessels, which raises the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Weight loss and healthy lifestyle habits — such as eating a nutritious, balanced diet, being regularly physically active and reducing alcohol intake — can often help lower blood pressure, but in some cases medication is also required.

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Many people who want to improve their health talk about “losing weight” – but what does that actually mean? Is the goal to weigh less, or to have less body fat? The difference is crucial for both health and results. To choose the right strategy, you need to understand the distinction between weight loss and fat loss. Even though they may sound like the same thing, they have different effects on our bodies and our health.

Losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way is not about quick fixes or extreme methods, but about making changes to your diet, exercise, and lifestyle that you can maintain over time.

In this article, we discuss how diet and physical activity work together, and how small changes in your daily routine can contribute to better long-term health.

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Stress and weight loss are often connected. During prolonged stress, the body is affected by hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, which can influence how the body uses energy, our appetite, and our eating habits. This can cause some people to lose weight, while others find it harder to lose weight – or even gain weight (1).

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When the goal is to lose weight quickly, it’s easy to get caught up in headlines and new trends. However, research consistently points in the same direction: the best diet for losing weight is the one you can maintain over time — one that creates a calorie deficit while still providing enough nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. When your energy intake (kcal) is lower than your energy expenditure, your weight decreases – regardless of what the diet is called (1,2).

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