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Overweight and obesity are major public health concerns in South Africa. This article by Dr Herman van Rooyen and Edwin Govender, introduces Sprezzatura, a new approach to weight loss that takes a holistic approach. It combines a scientifically-backed oral supplement with behavioural changes and digital support to help you lose weight and keep it off for good.
Over the last few years, there has been a dramatic rise in the prevalence of weight loss consultations at our practice. Looking at the statistics, in South Africa, 68 per cent of women and 31 per cent of men are overweight or obese (Heart Foundation: Online). Despite all the interest and attempts to lose weight, the obesity numbers are still alarmingly high. Patients may lose weight successfully through reduced calorie eating plans, macronutrient control, intermittent fasting, medications, and supplements to name a few… but sadly the weight is rarely kept off with as many as 80 – 95% regaining the hard-lost weight (Wing & Phelan:2005).
Medical Tests
When a patient has a history of medical conditions or many failed weight loss attempts, a good starting point is to order a few blood tests. The suggested panel is:
- Thyroid Hormone Assessments to determine the master gland of metabolism’s function.
- Vitamin D Status – higher vitamin D levels are associated with weight loss success and greater loss of abdominal fat, according to research released at the Endocrine Society’s 91st Annual Meeting in Washington D.C (June 2009).
- Cortisol – high“stress” hormone levels may increase abdominal fat deposition.
- Insulin Resistance Assessment – an excess of insulin encourages the body to store unused glucose as fat.
- Testosterone Status – testosterone is crucial to build muscle and lose fat in both men and women.
- Female Sex Hormone Status – an imbalance can impact the ability to lose weight.
- Liver Function Assessment – the liver is the primary organ responsible for detoxification, fat burning & excretion and ridding the body of hormonal waste.
All diets work, and all diets fail.
There are multiple biological, psychological, and social reasons why using diets to lose weight will result in weight regain. Psychology Today explains that physiologically, one has to continue eating lower calories to keep the weight off. You will set yourself up to fail if you kick off your weight loss journey with unsustainable restrictions. Psychologically, “banning backfires”. Seeing certain foods as ‘forbidden’ may inevitably lead to overeating (Hagan: Online). Feelings of guilt or avoiding social situations over food are also not conducive to a healthy lifestyle or sustaining weight loss.
Keeping the weight off
According to the Heart Foundation, successful long-term weight loss is more likely when using a comprehensive approach that includes changing eating habits, increasing activity levels, and making changes to behavioural habits that can be continued long-term (Heart Foundation: Online). This may sound like a complicated and difficult undertaking, but it doesn’t have to be.
Sprezzatura
Finally, from the laboratories of Torus Healthcare, introducing Sprezzatura – The World’s First Multi-Dimensional Clinical Weight and Wellness Management Approach – now SAHPRA listed, NAPPI coded capsulated formula and available from Health Care Professionals across South Africa.
“Sprezzatura” is an Italian noun pronounced sprez·za·tu·ra or\ sprāt-tsä-ˈtü-rä\. The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines it as studied nonchalance, graceful conduct or performance without apparent effort.
The program aims to ease the weight loss process and ensure long-term results. The multi-disciplined approach is built on 3 pillars:
- Physical – an oral supplement with herbal, adaptogens, thermogenics, nootropics, vitamins and minerals to facilitate weight loss.
- Behaviour–Behavioral changes are encouraged to improve and maintain confidence and healthy habits while addressing emotional eating and food addiction.
- Digital – an integrated platform:
- Drive personalisation by choosing a lifestyle plan that suits you
- Multiple eating streams
- 12-week emotional transformation course
- Trackers and charting
- Calorie counters
- Hormone quizzes
- Guide and educate
- View informative videos from expert guests
- Access support groups
- Track health and progress
The Sprezzatura Formula
The oral supplement formulation is designed to target 9 avenues of weight loss:
- Appetite suppression and cravings
- Breakdown of fat cells and fat storage
- Carbohydrate blocking
- Mood stabilization and emotional eating
- Ketosis with a boost in metabolism
- Fast, sustained all-day ATP energy production
- Reduction of metabolic inflammation
- Restoration of gut health
- Improvement of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome
This is achieved through a synergistic combination of natural and herbal extracts, including Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ashwagandha, Coenzyme Q10, Garcinia Cambogia, Green Coffee Bean Extract, Green Tea Extract, and Guarana Seed Extract to name a few.
Cellulite
Sprezzatura also has CelluCut obtained from a unique variety of melon grown in Europe. The original composition of 100% natural melon extract with a high concentration of a unique antioxidant is what makes this trademarked ingredient effective in the visible reduction of hip and waist circumference and the dimpled effect of skin on the thighs and buttocks.
Pricing
- Sprezzatura Wellness Journey Pack (3-month programme & wellness Portal Access) – RRSP R2999
- CelluCut Cellulite Treatment Capsules – R 1030 (2-month capsule programme)
For more information, visit www.sprezzatura.net.za
Disclaimer:
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References
Hagan, E. (2020). Why Do Most Diets Fail in the Long Run? In PsychologyToday.com. Retrieved October 19, 2021, from https://www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/mind-body-food/202008/why-do-most-diets-fail-in-the-long-run.
Heart Foundation. (n.d.). Healthy Weight. In HeartFoundation.co.za. Retrieved October 18, 2021, from https://www.heartfoundation.co.za/healthy-weight/.
Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Sprezzatura. In Merriam-Webster.com dictionary. Retrieved October 18, 2021, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sprezzatura .
Wing, R.R. &Phelan, S. (2005). Long-term weight loss maintenance, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Volume 82, Issue 1, July, Pages 222S–225S, https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/82.1.222S
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Dr Herman van Rooyen leads the team at Skinlogic. He has been a medical practitioner for over 32 years. He has extensive experience with sports injuries, burns, neuro-rehabilitation and aesthetic medicine. He is registered with the American Sports Medicine Association and General Medical Council and has worked for almost a decade as a Senior Maritime Physician for Carnival UK managing medical, cosmetic dermatology and emergency care centres worldwide. Dr van Rooyen is an internationally acclaimed aesthetic practitioner and is often asked to speak at aesthetic conventions as well as conduct training for leading aesthetic brands.
Lead Formulation Pharmacist at Torus Healthcare Pty Ltd