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Have you fallen back into bad habits despite setting healthier New Year’s resolutions? Discover how we can support a healthier lifestyle and help get you back on track.
Many people start the new year with a variety of health goals, but by the time spring rolls around, most resolutions are on life support or already broken. This can be frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be the last word. Sometimes, you just need a little outside support.
At OG Health, physician Oswaldo "Ozzie" A. Grenardo, MD, MBA, MSHA, FAAFP, loves helping people live happier, healthier lifestyles. In this article, he explains how concierge medicine can help you break bad habits and get back on track.
Why bad habits are hard to break alone
Bad habits, such as failing to exercise regularly and overeating, typically aren’t intentional. They’re simply a response to overwhelm, anxiety, or decision fatigue. Even if you set health-related goals and aim to keep them, the stress of daily life can make it hard to maintain your willpower.
That’s where structured medical support and a “bad habits” overhaul come in. With a knowledgeable and understanding team at your side, you can make realistic behavioral changes and sustain them over time.
To be clear, a bad habits overhaul isn’t a quick fix or overnight guarantee. Instead, it gives you the knowledge and skills you need to build a strong foundation for lasting change.
What a bad habits overhaul involves
No two bad habit overhauls are exactly alike. After reviewing your health history, discussing your goals, and completing a comprehensive healthcare screening, we make personalized recommendations. We may suggest:
A wellness plan
Wellness plans are custom treatment programs designed to help you feel your best and avoid disease. They focus on several key areas: stress, nutrition, fitness, and sleep.
Building off these pillars can lower your risk of health problems, such as heart disease and diabetes, boost your energy levels, and support your overall well-being.
Weight loss management
As people get older, it can be more challenging to lose weight. Even if you don’t need to lose a significant amount, shedding even a few pounds of belly fat can support your metabolic health and help you feel more confident in your skin.
Weight loss management provides nutritional education, exercise guidance, and, when necessary, medication. Together, these things can help you maintain a healthy weight and lower the risk of chronic health issues, such as high blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, and diabetes.
Longevity medicine
Longevity medicine aims to help you live a longer, healthier life. Similar to wellness plans, it focuses on various aspects of your well-being, with a focus on age-related concerns, such as heart health, cognitive function, and mobility.
Even small changes, like lifting weights a few times a week, can improve your core strength and reduce the risk of falls.
A reset is possible with the right system
Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or simply live a healthier life, Dr. Ozzie can support your efforts. Bad habits aren’t permanent and don’t define you as a person. With our team at your side, you can break the cycle and work toward the lifestyle you want.
To contact us, call our Greenwood Village, Colorado, office at 303-625-7976 or book your appointment online today. Telemedicine appointments are also available.