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January 3, 2025
Reassessing Hormone Safety for Women: What You Need to Know
For many women, the topic of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is shrouded in confusion and fear, largely due to the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study published in 2002. This landmark study raised concerns about the safety of HRT and led to countless women being taken off their hormones.
Will I Regain Weight After Stopping Weight Loss Meds?
One of the most common concerns I hear from patients considering weight loss medications is, “Will I regain the weight once I stop taking them?” It’s an important question and one I’m glad you’re asking. At The Gajer Practice, our approach is designed to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight for life, not just while you’re on medication.
We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Aleksandra Gajer appeared on Fox 5 yesterday, December 26th, to debunk common myths and share fascinating facts about weight loss!
Finding Strength in Slowing Down: How Embracing Life’s Ups and Downs Builds Resilience
Many of you have probably heard about my recently launched book Triumphs of Transformation: Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Life Change. Writing my chapter in this book made me think a lot about resilience and how it impacts our health and wellbeing.
Feeling Drained? Recharge Your Energy This Holiday Season with NAD+ Therapy
The holidays are a magical time—but they can also be exhausting. Between family gatherings, late-night celebrations, endless errands, and year-end demands, it’s easy to feel drained before the new year even begins. If you’re running on empty and need a boost to get through the season with energy and vitality, NAD+ therapy might be the cutting-edge solution you’ve been looking for.
Research shows that sleep quality and duration significantly influence hunger hormones and insulin sensitivity, two critical factors in weight and metabolic health.
Why Prediabetes Matters: The Role of Weight and Diet
As a doctor, I see many patients who underestimate prediabetes, often dismissing it as a minor issue. But prediabetes is a wake-up call—a sign that your body’s metabolic health needs urgent attention. The good news? It’s reversible, and weight management and diet play pivotal roles in regaining control.
In our modern healthcare system, mental and emotional health are often treated separately from physical health. It’s common for us to address physical conditions with one set of treatments, while mental and emotional struggles are handled in different ways—often through therapy or medications aimed solely at the mind.
As we settle into the cooler months, now is the perfect time to plan ahead for your body transformation goals. Many people find that fall and winter are the ideal seasons for Liposuction—and even more so when enhanced by BodyTite or Morpheus8. At The Gajer Practice, we’re here to help you understand why starting now can set you up for success by spring, with a smooth recovery, beautiful results, and a renewed sense of confidence just in time for the warmer months.
We invite you to refer your friends or family members to join our program and help them embark on their own health and wellness journey. When your referral books their first appointment, you’ll receive your choice of one of the following rewards.
Remove The Suffering From The Menopause Transition
As women, our bodies go through many changes throughout life, and one of the most significant transitions is menopause. During this phase, which typically occurs in our late 40s to early 50s, we experience a range of symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances, and weight gain. These changes are often driven by hormonal shifts, particularly the decline in estrogen levels. However, it's important to recognize that lifestyle choices—especially diet and exercise—can have a profound impact on how we experience this transition.
Many of my patients come to me feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by their weight loss journeys. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why is weight loss so hard?” you’re not alone. The truth is, sustainable weight loss is a complex process that goes far beyond simply counting calories or hitting the gym.