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Weight Management
At V!BE Integrative Health, we’re committed to helping you achieve optimal health through personalized, evidence-based solutions. Options include evaluation of the gut microbiome, medication options including GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1), and continues glucose monitoring, Our GLP-1 weight loss treatment program uses FDA-approved medications to support your metabolic health and make lasting weight loss possible.
Gut Microbiome & Weight Management
Our gut microbiome helps to maintain energy, fat storage, appetite and cravings, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation.Some gut bacteria are more efficient at extracting energy from food. An imbalance—such as a higher ratio of Firmicutes to Bacteroidetes—has been associated with obesity. These bacteria may promote fat storage by:
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Increasing calorie absorption
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Triggering fat storage signals through short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).
Gut bacteria influence hinger and satiety hormones like Ghrelin (hunger hormone) and Leptin (satiety hormone). These bacteria may also impact dopamine pathways, increasing cravings for sugar and fat. An unhealthy gut microbiome is associated with insuline resistance and low-grade chronic inflammation, both are major contributors to weight gain and metabolic syndrome.
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Dietary Fiber & Short Chain Fatty Acids
Microbes ferment dietary fibers to produce short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, proprionate, and acetate. These enzymes help to:
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Regulate Fat Metabolism
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Improve Insulin Sensitivity
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Reduce Inflammation.
Strategies For Optimizing The Gut for Weight & Brain Health
Gut-Brain Axis & Mental Health
It's all connected! The gut-brain axis is a bidirectional communication system involving:
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The vagus nerve
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Immune System
Microbial metabolites influence production of neurotransmitters (serotonin, norepinephrine, etc) and short chain fatty acids
Gut bacteria influence mood, cognition, and stress responses by producing and influencing:
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Serotonin (up to 90% is made in the gut !)
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Dopamine
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GABA
Gut Imbalance/Dysbiosis has been linked to:
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Depression​
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Anxiety
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Brain Fog
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Neuroinflammation
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Recommended Strategies
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Performing Gut Microbiome Evaluation is ESSENTIAL to Properly Assess & Determine the Types, Diversity, and Activity of the Microorganisms in the Digestive System.
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Diverse Plant-Rich Diet (Fiber Feeds Good Bacteria)
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Fermented Foods ( yogurt, kombucha, kimchi, etc)
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Probiotics & Prebiotics.
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AVOID Overuse of Antibiotics.
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Limit Processed Foods and Added Sugars
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Manage stress
GLP-1: Helping Your Body Work Smarter, Not Harder
Benefits of GLP-1 Therapy
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Significant Weight Loss
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Blood Sugar Control
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Cardiovascular Benefits
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Inflammation Reduction
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Improved Mood & Reduced emotional eating patterns
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Improved Liver health
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Sustainable Metabolic Reset
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"Track, Learn, Transform: Master Your Metabolism with Continuous Glucose Monitoring
GLP-1: Helping Your Body Work Smarter, Not Harder
Your Metabolism. Your Data. Your Health.
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Optimize Your Health by Monitoring Glucose Levels by Understanding How Foods Affect Your Blood Sugar
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Reverse Patterns of Dysfunction by Identifying Patterns of Insulin Resistance
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Balance Mood & Energy by Stabilizing Glucose Levels to Reduce Energy Crashes, Brain Fog, & Mood Swings
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Reduce Gut Inflammation & Risk for Chronic Disease
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Empowered Lifestyle Choices by Adjusting Meals, Workouts, & Habits for Better Outcomes.
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Real Stories, Real Results
"This Isn't Just a Diet, Its a Transformation"
"I tried every diet, but nothing worked long-term. Dr. Shrader was the first provider to listen and evaluate my whole health. After healing my gut and finally addressing the root cause, the weight started coming off naturally. I feel lighter, have more energy, and my cravings are gone. I am so glad I found V!BE.
-MM
"Chronic Symptoms Resolved!"
"For years I struggled with brain fog, low motivation, bloating, fatigue, and was gaining weight for no known reason. Thanks to Dr. Shrader's root-cause approach, my gut is healed, inflammation is resolved, my mood is improved, and I have finally lost those stubborn pounds.
-DS
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Call us at (602)-671-3091
~ Precision Gut Health. Sustainable Weight Loss. Lasting Wellness Begins NOW ~
Are You In Crisis & Need Immediate Help: Dial 988 or 911
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are in immediate danger, please do not wait.
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Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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You can also contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 — available 24/7, free, and confidential.
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For text support, message “HOME” to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.
Your safety and well-being are the top priority. You are not alone — help is always available.
Please note there is no provider coverage after 5pm Monday - Thursday, or on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Holidays. For immediate or crisis intervention, or AFTER BUSINESS HOURS, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for evaluation
LOCATED IN THE EAST VALLEY
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Address:
633 E Ray Rd.
Suite # 114
Gilbert, AZ 85296
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Phone: 602-671-3091
Fax: 602-563-8170
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Monday: 9a - 4pm (virtual only)
Tuesday: 9a - 4pm
Wednesday: 9a - 4pm
Thursday: 9a - 4pm
Friday: Closed