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Did you know that according to the CDC, obesity prevalence in the U.S. increased from 30.5% to 41.9% from 2017-2020? In that same time, the prevalence of severe obesity jumped from just over 4% to over 9%. It only takes a quick glance at these numbers to understand that we have an obesity issue in the United States. That's true for people of all ages, many of whom have tried fad diets and every weight loss regimen under the sun, only to get mediocre results. For older men and women, obesity can be concerning, too, especially when their bodies are going through hormonal changes associated with female and male menopause.
Being overweight has many negative effects on the body. From an aesthetic standpoint, many people hate being overweight because clothes don't fit well, being mobile and active is often hard, and people just seem to stare. From a health and wellness standpoint, however, the consequences of obesity are much worse. Some overweight people must face life-changing problems such as:
For people who have been struggling with their weight for years, it can seem like no help is available. Fortunately, nothing could be further from the truth, with innovative weight loss solutions like peptide therapy for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN.
LX Medical's weight loss program has helped numerous patients achieve their weight loss goals, live a healthy life, and enjoy total well-being for years. At LX Medical, we believe that weight loss shouldn't be centered around a one-size-fits-all mentality. Our doctors and practitioners create custom weight loss programs that are tailored to your unique body, rather than creating plans based off of someone matching your age or weight. With our team's support, you can achieve real results and start living life without the extra pounds.
That's important in the modern world, where maintaining good health and fitness has become more important than ever. Research has shown that viruses and diseases are more likely to affect people who are overweight and unhealthy. Unfortunately, there are many "miracle" supplements and unhealthy diet plans that mislead people into thinking that weight loss is not beneficial. Furthermore, weight loss "experts" often offer unstructured and unsupervised programs that do more harm than good.
At LX Medical, we prioritize the well-being of our patients when it comes to weight loss. Our approach is patient-centric, focusing on personalized treatments. Our doctors first evaluate your lifestyle habits, and we work with you to replace negative patterns with positive, personalized lifestyle changes. This is crucial for achieving optimal wellness and weight loss. Benefits of losing weight include:
However, losing weight is only the beginning. To keep weight off permanently, adopting a healthy, active lifestyle is essential. At LX Medical, we help you achieve this by implementing manageable, positive lifestyle changes that jumpstart your weight loss journey. By making healthy behaviors a part of your daily routine, you can achieve your weight loss goals and become the best version of yourself.
One of the most successful treatments we offer to help patients shed pounds safely is peptide therapy for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN. In fact, peptides for weight loss, such as semaglutide (also known as Ozempic and Wegovy, MOTS-C,) and AOD-9604, have been proven to be effective and have helped countless men and women live life at a healthy weight.
Consisting of amino acids, peptides help regulate the biological processes and functions in your body. As the building blocks of protein, they are crucial for your overall health. Unfortunately, however, many men and women suffer from peptide deficiency. Peptide therapy gives your body the peptides it needs, improving your ability to:
Peptide therapy is often used alongside other treatment plans from LX Medical, such as our custom weight loss plans. That's where peptides like semaglutide and AOD-9604 come into play.
Peptide therapy is often used to boost hormones and support our total well-being. Different types of peptides can target different areas of our health. For example, some collagen peptide supplements can help make our skin, hair, and gut healthier. Other peptides, like semaglutide and AOD-9604, can help facilitate healthy weight loss.
Peptide therapy works in a different way than vitamin supplements. When we take a multivitamin for our hair, skin, and nails, our body must absorb the nutrients. But sometimes, our body can't absorb all the nutrients, so they just leave our body through our urine. Peptides, on the other hand, are part of the proteins in our bodies, making them easier to benefit from and absorb.
But what about peptide therapy for weight loss? The truth is there are various peptides that have different effects, including some that facilitate weight loss. However, weight loss is a nuanced process that involves multiple factors such as diet, exercise, age, genetics, and lifestyle. While peptides can assist you in achieving your weight loss goals, they are most effective when combined with improvements like a healthier diet, more frequent exercise, and better life choices. If you've tried various weight loss plans and diets, but haven't had any success, peptides like semaglutide and ADO-9604 may be the extra boost you need to experience true weight loss.
A recent study in the Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism found that people who used peptides in conjunction with a weight loss plan experienced incredible results. More specifically, patients reported a 14% reduction in body fat on average. Two of the most popular peptides for weight loss also happen to be FDA-approved and, when appropriate, part of your weight loss journey with LX Medical.
Those peptides are semaglutide and AOD-9604 and are touted for their therapeutic benefits and long-term safety profile. If you're looking for a little extra help to lose weight and keep it off for good, peptide therapy for weight loss could be for you.
Looking to shed some pounds and keep them off for good? Diet and exercise are crucial, but for busy adults and parents, sticking to a routine is easier said than done. If you need extra help losing weight, consider semaglutide. This injection, approved by the FDA for diabetes and obesity, can stimulate GLP-1 receptors in the brain to aid in quicker weight loss and long-term health.
Semaglutide works in several ways. First, it acts as glucagon in your body, which helps tell your brain that you're full and don't need to eat anymore. Secondly, it slows down the time it takes for food to transit out of your stomach. This process reduces unnecessary eating and snacking throughout the day. Perhaps more importantly, it reduces glucose spikes after you eat, which causes a litany of issues like inflammation.
Semaglutide also helps your pancreas secrete insulin while making you insulin sensitive. This regulates glucose levels in your body and how your body metabolizes that glucose. Additionally, by reducing inflammation in your body, you benefit from powerful anti-aging and longevity properties.
When combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, semaglutide can provide:
Unlike other weight loss clinics, at LX Medical, you can enjoy the benefits of semaglutide from the comfort of your office or home. Injections are administered once a week. Once you've met your weight loss goals, you can reduce your intake to a minimum dose for additional positive effects like ongoing weight management. You can also quit taking semaglutide entirely. If you opt to stop, our medical weight loss team can chat with you about other types of peptide therapy for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN.
This peptide, which is often used in conjunction with semaglutide regimens, stimulates the breakdown of fat while inhibiting lipogenesis and supporting your tendons and cartilage. It has grown in popularity because of its ability to boost your metabolism, which helps burn fat. What's great about AOD-9604 is that it stimulates the pituitary gland but does not affect tissue growth or blood sugar. Perhaps most impressive is that this peptide can burn fat without you feeling the need to overeat as a result.
In fact, AOD-9604 activates your body's fat-burning processes using its own unique mechanism without needing an HGH receptor. It also releases obese fat cells and reduces new fat cell accumulation. One of the most notable benefits of AOD-9604 is its ability to regulate blood sugar and manage insulin levels, which can lead to reduced inflammation and weight loss. Additionally, AOD-9604 can aid in building muscle, similar to growth hormones. Its benefits extend beyond fat loss, as it contains regenerative properties that may be beneficial for individuals with various conditions, such as:
With the ability to reduce fat that is stored in your abdominal region, this weight-loss peptide is very popular for older people with stubborn belly fat. It is also often used by people who have tried other diets and weight loss plans but had little or no success.
At LX Medical, our doctors offer a range of peptide therapies for your health and well-being. Peptides like semaglutide and AOD-9604 are often used as part of a comprehensive peptide therapy plan, crafted by LX Medical specialists for your body. If you're interested in losing weight, gut health peptides like BPC-157, Thymulosin Alpha, Thymulosin Beta, and GHK-Cu can be incredibly beneficial along your weight loss journey.
This naturally occurring peptide, sometimes called the "Body Protection Compound," is secreted in your gut and helps repair its lining. It works by helping your body be in a constant state of restoration and repair, providing powerful anti-inflammatory effects. This process helps with issues like:
When it comes to losing weight, BPC-157 is often included in peptide therapy for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN, because it can help reduce pain and inflammation resulting from new or increased exercise efforts. As noted previously, exercise and diet are key in long-term weight loss, and BPC-157 can make those efforts easier.
This peptide is injected once a day, with courses ranging from 30 to 60 days. After you finish the injection course, consider BPC-157 oral supplements to maintain its benefits.
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a powerful immune system modulator that helps you resist infections, illnesses, and disease. By naturally stimulating T cells to locate and eliminate viruses, bacteria, and even tumor cells, this peptide prompts your body to respond to these invasive organisms, making your immune system naturally stronger and more effective.
Numerous clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Thymosin Alpha-1 in regulating immunity and inflammation related to rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and other conditions. Recent clinical studies have also shown promising results in using this peptide to fight lung, colon, breast, and other types of cancer. By reducing inflammation in your body and enhancing your immune system, you can optimize your body as you lose weight with the help of LX Medical.
Patients inject this peptide every day for two weeks and then continue three times a week for 2.5 months.
Thymosin Beta-4 is a peptide consisting of 43 amino acids that is known to promote healing in the body and has anti-inflammatory properties. It occurs naturally in higher concentrations at injury sites and is a water-soluble protein that can regulate cell migration to a site. It is also very good at repairing tissue damage. The substance is not only beneficial for wound healing and skin repair but can also aid in the repair of the brain, spinal cord, and heart. Medical professionals consider Thymosin Beta-4 to be a safe and potent substance in both its natural and synthetic forms.
Like its Alpha counterpart, this peptide can be beneficial for individuals undergoing weight loss, and can help reduce the inflammation and pain associated with exercising and more.
Patients inject this peptide every day for two weeks and then continue three times a week for 2.5 months.
Research suggests that GHK-CU functions as a feedback signal when tissue damage occurs. This peptide is effective in shielding damaged tissue, reducing inflammation, and replacing scarred tissue with healthy tissue. Although further research is necessary to determine its effectiveness on a larger scale, GHK-CU has already been proven to play a role in wound healing and inflammation reduction. Like other peptides for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN, GHK-Cu supports your gut health and weight loss efforts by lowering inflammation in your body, which often happens from changes to your diet or exercise regimens.
Patients should take this peptide for 20-30 days, especially when used for wound healing or as part of a more robust peptide therapy package.
At LX Medical, we're proud to make better care possible.
We are a physician-led team of doctors, nurses, and health experts, advised by a panel of top healthcare leaders who are revolutionizing the power of house calls. In fact, all of our peptides for weight loss in Minneapolis, MN, can be applied in your home or office without having to wait in long lines or uncomfortable waiting rooms.
We offer exceptionally robust and personalized weight loss plans for patients who can't seem to lose extra weight. To do so, we use innovative weight loss medications such as semaglutide and AOD-9604. To supplement our patient's success, we bring with us advanced diagnostic technology, IV fluids, and medications, with access to outpatient imaging and lab centers. Unlike some weight loss centers, we only staff highly-trained medical professionals and advanced practice providers with experience and compassion.
Are you sick and tired of the way that you look and feel every day? Is your health getting out of control? Are you ready to break out of your cage and lose weight the right way? If you're ready to begin your journey to weight loss success, our team is here to guide you along the way. Contact LX Medical today to get started.
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Officials anticipate that the rinks will reopen next week when the weather is expected to cool down back into normal winter temperatures.William Bornhoft, Patch StaffMINNEAPOLIS — The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) has announced the temporary closure of all outdoor ice rinks due to unseasonably warm temperatures.The current warm weather, along with forecasts predicting continued mild conditions, h...
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) has announced the temporary closure of all outdoor ice rinks due to unseasonably warm temperatures.
The current warm weather, along with forecasts predicting continued mild conditions, has made it difficult to maintain safe ice surfaces, officials said.
As a result, MPRB operations staff have closed all outdoor rinks until colder temperatures return.
Officials anticipate that the rinks will reopen next week when the weather is expected to cool down. Residents are encouraged to check the MPRB website for updates on rink status before heading out.
For the latest information, visit MPRB’s official rink status page.
Here's the full NWS forecast from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport:
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 37. North wind around 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east southeast after midnight.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of snow, mainly after noon. Cloudy, with a high near 36. Breezy, with a southeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of snow before midnight. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 29. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday: A slight chance of snow before 10am, then a chance of rain between 10am and 2pm, then a chance of snow after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 41. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. West northwest wind around 15 mph.
Monday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 19. Northwest wind around 15 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 19. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 10. North wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 23. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
MINNESOTA — Public health officials are warning that a “quad-demic” — a contagious combination of COVID-19, influenza, RSV and the nasty stomach bug norovirus — is putting pressure on Minnesota emergency rooms and hospitals.Respiratory viruses are at high o...
MINNESOTA — Public health officials are warning that a “quad-demic” — a contagious combination of COVID-19, influenza, RSV and the nasty stomach bug norovirus — is putting pressure on Minnesota emergency rooms and hospitals.
Respiratory viruses are at high or very high levels across most of the country, according to the latest surveillance report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency said in an update Friday that nationally, wastewater surveillance shows viral activity is high for influenza A and moderate for RSV.
While COVID-19 levels remain low across most of the nation, Minnesota is experiencing a surge, with high rates of both flu and norovirus, adding to the quadruple threat to public health.
Norovirus data from public health laboratories from around the country tallied by the CDC shows that Midwest states from Kansas to Michigan are the hardest hit by the highly contagious stomach bug, whose symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea. Norovirus positivity test levels in all regions of the country are as high or higher than last season’s peak nationwide.
In its most recent update on respiratory viruses, the CDC said COVID predictions for the next two weeks suggest that emergency department visits will remain at a lower level compared to prior winter seasons. Influenza predictions suggest that emergency department visits will be high and will increase in most states.
Here's the situation in Minnesota:
Minnesota Influenza Key Statistics
RSV: In Minnesota, the wastewater viral activity level for RSV is currently High
COVID-19: In Minnesota, the wastewater viral activity level for COVID-19 is currently Very High.
In mid-December, the Minnesota Department of Health reported more than 40 norovirus outbreaks — commonly known as the "stomach flu" — for the month, nearly double the typical number seen during this time of year.
Study: 20% of MN households are food insecureNew data shows a sobering reality for hunger in the state of Minnesota. One in five households are experiencing food insecurity. Second Harvest Heartland said this is the first-time ever it has conducted its own statewide hunger study.The BriefBROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - New data shows a sobering reality for hunger in the state of Minnesota.O...
New data shows a sobering reality for hunger in the state of Minnesota. One in five households are experiencing food insecurity. Second Harvest Heartland said this is the first-time ever it has conducted its own statewide hunger study.
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - New data shows a sobering reality for hunger in the state of Minnesota.
One in five households are experiencing food insecurity. Second Harvest Heartland said this is the first time it has ever conducted its own statewide hunger study.
By the numbers:
Second Harvest Heartland said organizations rely on federal statistics on hunger relief every 18 months or so to inform strategy, which can often be a delayed reference point.
Second Harvest Heartland partnered with Wilder Research to conduct its first ever statewide hunger study. The organization said it wanted to better understand the current state of food insecurity in Minnesota to try to keep up with the growing need.
"One of our greatest insights is that one out of five Minnesotans cannot afford the food they need to thrive," said Sarah Moberg, Chief Operations Officer of Second Harvest Heartland.
According to the study, 20% of Minnesota households are food insecure, 18% of the state is supported by the emergency food system, and 30% of households in Minnesota are not confident about having enough food in the next year.
Second Harvest Heartland said food shelf visits over the last year will set yet another record.
Understanding the issues::
Second Harvest Heartland said their mission is not just about providing food, they want to grow awareness about the root causes of hunger and affordability.
"It could be, do you have transportation to get to a job. It could be the job and the hours and the childcare, all of those pieces have to work together in order for a family to be able to afford the food they need," said Moberg. "Often times, we know if a family has to make a tough choice about what to afford, food is the first thing they pull back on."
The organization also points to rising costs as a challenge many of these households face.
"Times are tough right now, so the cost of items like childcare, healthcare, housing, energy, all of those have been increasing. They’re increasing at a rate that many families are having a hard time keeping up with," said Moberg. "We know it’s a really difficult choice right now that many families are having to make."
What you can do:
Learn more here about the organization’s goal to cut the number of food insecure households in the state in half by 2030 by clicking here.
The Source: Second Harvest Heartland, Wilder Research.
Updated: 3 hours ago62 investigations underway involving federally-funded Minnesota child care centersThe Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) confirmed to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS its Office of Inspector General has 62 active investigations into family child care and child care centers in the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) across the state.5 EYEWITNESS NEWS looked into some of the child care centers that receive the most of the federal funding available in the CCAP program which is regulated by DHS.One d...
Updated: 3 hours ago
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) confirmed to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS its Office of Inspector General has 62 active investigations into family child care and child care centers in the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) across the state.
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS looked into some of the child care centers that receive the most of the federal funding available in the CCAP program which is regulated by DHS.
One day care center in Minneapolis, Quality Learning Center Daycare, had 95 violations between 2019 and 2023, according to DHS records. Those violations range from “failure to keep hazardous items away from children” to “no records for 16 children.” In 2022, DHS placed the facility on a conditional license.
But, state records showed Quality Learning Center Daycare still received $7.8 million in federal tax money since 2019 despite its regulatory issues. Its conditional license was removed in 2024.
Another business in Minneapolis, Minnesota Child Care Center had 36 violations between 2021 and 2023—some of them serious. The child care center’s violations included failure to request initial background checks on six staff members in 2023 and failed to request repeat background checks on eight staff members in 2024. Ultimately, the state accepted corrective documentation on the violations.
Minnesota House Speaker Designate, Rep. Lisa Demuth (R) told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS this showed “oversight is incredibly lacking.”
Demuth asked, “Are we keeping kids safe in Minnesota? And, what you have showed me here, brings that very much into question.”
Demuth also said the Legislature needs to take a closer look at the information provided by 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS.
“You have pages here that are publicly available, with repeated failure to keep hazardous items away from children,” said Demuth. “Failure to maintain adequate staff-to-child ratios. Background checks. Failure to keep personnel files. These are repeated violations.”
DHS declined an interview request but issued the following statement:
DHS Licensing monitors licensed child care centers, like Quality Learning Center, Inc., for compliance with licensing or certification requirements, including health and safety standards. This monitoring is conducted during an unannounced annual visit, and the results of the visit, including the type of visit, date of visit, and any violations, are posted to the DHS Licensing Information Lookup site. Licensors and/or Investigators may also visit the program in response to licensing violation or maltreatment allegations.
When it is determined that one or more licensing violations has occurred, a correction order may be issued. The correction order lists citations for the violations and specifies corrective actions the childcare provider must take. Programs are typically ordered to correct the violation immediately. DHS also evaluates the nature, severity, or chronicity of licensing violations and the effect of the violation on the health, safety, and rights of persons served by the program to determine whether a more serious sanction, such as a conditional license, is warranted.
A conditional license requires compliance with special terms for the program to continue to operate. Licensors also conduct additional reviews during the conditional license period to monitor for compliance with the terms of the conditional license, and health and safety standards. If any additional violations are noted, a correction order or more serious sanction may be issued.
Quality Learning Center, Inc.’s license was placed on conditional status for two years, beginning on June 8, 2022. In addition to annual licensing visits, licensors conducted additional licensing reviews to monitor for compliance with the terms of the conditional license and assist the program in elevating their level of compliance with licensing requirements overall. During this time, when one or more licensing violations were found, a correction order was issued, which includes information as to what corrective action the facility needs to take to come into compliance with the violations. DHS continued to evaluate the nature, chronicity, and severity of the additional violations and corrective actions taken by the provider during the 2-year conditional period to determine whether additional licensing sanctions were necessary. It was determined that no action beyond a correction order was warranted at that time, and the program’s conditional license expired on June 7, 2024.
KSTP reached out to the two day care centers by calling the phone numbers listed on their licenses but has not yet heard back.
Information about stopping CCAP payments
Typically, if a provider’s license is active, licensing violations alone would not affect a provider’s ability to receive child care assistance payments (CCAP), except when licensing officials issue an order of suspension, revocation, or decertification to that provider. For example, a provider with a conditional license may receive CCAP if they meet all other registration requirements.
DHS staff work with local agencies to monitor providers’ compliance with CCAP laws, policies and rules. If there are CCAP violations, DHS’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) actions can include providing technical assistance, issuing a child care assistance correction order, assessing an overpayment or terminating a provider from the program.
DHS’s OIG can only act to stop or end a provider’s payments in specific circumstances allowed by state laws, including when a provider intentionally gives false information on its CCAP billing forms or submits false attendance records; a provider is operating after a suspension or revocation of its license; there’s a credible allegation of fraud; and/or a provider refuses access to attendance records. Providers under a payment stop can continue operations and billing, but the CCAP payments are suspended until the basis for the withhold no longer exists.”
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