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Natural support for weight loss.

Ever wondered how GLP-1 medications actually work? They help to reduce appetite, they slow down how quickly food leaves the stomach, they help to regulate blood sugar levels.


Eating nutrient dense food and taking supplements can do a very similar job. 57% of the UK average diet is ultra processed. This means there are nutrition gaps for most people.

Food, like crisps, breakfast cereal and store brought bread are high in calories and contaivery little nutrition value. They cause rapid blood sugar spikes followed by steep crashes, tricking your brain into feeling hungry again shortly after eating.


Sometimes just a few easy food swaps can make a huge difference in your diet and health. Instead of having sugary store brought granola, have oats with milled flaxseeds and a small handful of nuts with some yoghurt or a tablespoon of nut butter for extra protein. 

Instead of a white or brown bread toast you can have Dillon keto bread or make your own. The one that I recommend to my clients a lot is 'Life changing bread', you can get the recipe here. It takes 5 minutes to make it and about an hour to bake. I usually make it on a Sunday and it lasts few days in the fridge. It’s nice with eggs, sardines, hummus, goat’s cheese and figs or anything you like really. It is high in fibre and nutrient dense, so it will fill you up for longer.


By focusing on simple whole foods and practical swaps, you can easily build balanced habits without the exhaustion. If you need extra support or run out of ideas, we have qualified and very knowledgeable staff that are always here to help anyone with any health concerns and needs.



There are few supplements, that I would like to mention for weight support:

Berberine – often referred to as ‘nature’s Metformin’, instead of supressing appetite directly, it regulates metabolism and fat burning. Clinical research shows it yields modest weight loss and a reduction in waist circumference. It may also help with decreasing LDL (bad) cholesterol, improving cardiovascular health, reducing inflammation, supporting gut from harmful bacteria, hormonal balance for those with polycystic ovaries.


Another quite a popular product amongst out customers is Weight Support Complex by Viridian. It includes evidence-based ingredients like carob, cinnamon, olive fruit and turmeric extract. It contributes in reducing appetite and helps to increase feelings of fullness and satiety. It is for those who wants sustainable change and help with their long – term weight management journey. The Weight Support Complex comes with 84-page weight support guide featuring qualified advice and 28 tasty and nutritional recipes.


Here in our lovely Zen health food shop in Marlow our friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you to choose a product that is specific for you, based on your individual needs and health goals. We are here to help.


With Love,

Oksana and Zen Health Foods Team xx



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