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Starting on Everyday+ Weight

By The TryEden Team
By The TryEden Team
September 12, 2024
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9 minute read
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We are really glad you're here...

Welcome to Eden, where we believe that your wellness journey begins with the basics. Our program is designed to make it easy for you to incorporate proven solutions into your daily routine. Your journey with Eden is all about simplicity, with programs and routines that allow you to go about living your best life the way you want to. Whether you're a busy professional or a stay-at-home parent, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a wellness journey that is uniquely yours with Eden!

In this introductory guide, we'll cover the following topics:

  • What the program focuses on.
  • Why it might be different than other programs.
  • What your unique journey may look like with Eden.
  • FAQ's about the program

... Like, really glad you're here.

We wouldn't be writing this note right now if you hadn't made such an amazing decision to join us at Eden. After all, the most important element of this program is simple: it's you. You are the all-star who made a huge decision to take control of your metabolic health. Just know that everything we do keeps YOU at the center of our universe—and that's what really makes us different.

We are absolutely thrilled to have you on board and join us on this incredible journey towards optimal health. Seriously, kudos to you for taking control of your health goals and making the choice to prioritize your well-being. That takes true strength and courage—and we're rooting for you! We've got your back every step of the way, and we can't wait to see you achieve amazing things, just like we've helped so many before you. So get ready to dive in and let's accomplish those goals on this path to a healthier, happier you.

So what happens next?

Starting a new chapter in health and wellness requires a careful and attentive approach. Our compounded metabolic health support protocol, Everyday+ Weight, has been thoughtfully designed to align with your body’s needs as you move towards sustainable health.

Here's what you can expect as you begin your journey with Everyday+ Weight:

Initiation Phase (Week 1-4)
Starting with Strength 1 Capsules:
Naltrexone 1.5mg + Acarbose 16mg + Orlistat 20mg compounded with the excipients Inositol + Acetyl l-carnitine capsules

Month 2+ maintenance schedule:

  • Week 1: Take one capsule daily
  • Week 2: Double the dose for a cumulative increase
  • Week 3 and 4: Triple the starting dose for optimal titration

Potential Biological Responses:

  • The initial dosages are set to ease your body into a protocol to support weight maintenance, with a focus on minimizing gastrointestinal disturbances and improving patient outcomes.
  • You may begin to notice reduced cravings and an initial adjustment in appetite due to the Low Dose Naltrexone.

Adjustment Phase (Week 5+)
Transitioning to Strength 2 Capsules:

Naltrexone 6mg + Acarbose 50mg + Orlistat 60mg compounded with the excipients Inositol + Acetyl l-carnitine capsules

  • Week 5 and beyond: Take one (Strength 2) capsule daily. 

Potential Biological Responses:

  • As you reach the optimal dose, you may experience more significant appetite suppression, supporting sustained weight maintenance.
  • The combined effects of Inositol and L-Carnitine may start to further support your metabolism, potentially leading to improved metabolic health markers.

Remember, your experience is personalized and may vary as every individual's body responds differently to the medication. It's not unusual for responses to deviate from the common path. Stay patient and keep in communication with your healthcare provider.

Safety and Side Effects

Always keep in touch with your healthcare provider about any side effects you encounter. While most are mild and tend to resolve over time, your doctor is there to support you through every step of your journey.

If you encounter any side effects that are severe or concerning, or if you suspect an allergic reaction to the medication, seek medical assistance immediately.

Side effect profiles

Low dose Naltrexone: nausea/vomiting, decreased appetite, dizziness, headache, insomnia (typically resolved within 2 weeks). Vivid dreams, joint pain, muscle cramps, tooth pain, and anxiety can be seen at higher doses.

See a complete list of side effects for Naltrexone (LDN) here.

Inositol: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain/cramps, gastritis, dizziness, high BP, decreased absorption of Iron, Ca, and Zn in bloodstream, hypoglycemia can be seen at higher doses.

See a complete list of side effects for Inositol here.

L-Carnitine: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain/cramps, gastritis, and body odor can be seen at higher doses.

See a complete list of side effects for L-Carnitine here.

Acarbose: Abdominal or stomach pain, bloated feeling or passing as, diarrhea 

See a complete list of side effects for Acarbose here.

Orlistat: back pain, difficulty with moving, gas with leaky bowel movements, inability to hold bowel movement, increases in bowel movements, loss of bowel control, oily bowel movements, oily spotting of underclothes, stomach pain or discomfort.

See a complete list of Orlistat side effects here.

1. What dose will I receive?

The first month of therapy will typically be a lower dose with a step-up titration protocol or as prescribed by your medical provider. The second month and every month thereafter is typically the final maintenance dose taken once daily.

2. Why do I need to titrate up my dose?

Some patients may experience GI side effects when initiating at higher doses of LDN (low dose Naltrexone), therefore a titration of 1.5mg at a time is an accepted standard to help build up to the final maintenance dose.

3. What happens if I miss a dose?

Take your next dose as soon as you remember and if it is within 12 hours of your next dose then skip the next dose.

4. What type of quality assurance measures do you use?

Our partner pharmacies only use products from FDA registered wholesalers and are USP, NF, or the highest of pharmaceutical grade available. All ingredients come with a certificate of analysis that is reviewed by a compounding pharmacist for purity and potency.

5. Is this medication gluten free, dairy free, soy free, sugar free, egg free, nut free, preservative free, and dye free?

Yes! All of our ingredients are gluten free, dairy free, soy free, sugar free, egg free, nut free, preservative free, and dye free.

6. Any GMO material or animal testing?

No! All of our ingredients do not contain any GMO material and have never undergone animal testing.

Special Considerations

Low Dose Naltrexone

You must stop taking low dose naltrexone at least 48 hours prior to any procedure that requires sedation. Ensure that your doctor knows that you are taking LDN prior to the procedure. It is recommended not to resume taking LDN until 48 hour after your last dose of medication that was 

prescribed for the procedure.It is important to notify your doctor if you are taking any thyroid medication. LDN may impact your thyroid levels. Stop taking LDN and notify your prescriber if you have any signs or symptoms of hyperthyroidism such as excess sweating,  fast heart rate, hyperactivity, issues with sleeping, or restlessness.

Orlistat

Because orlistat may decrease the amount of some vitamins that your body absorbs from food, you will need to take a multivitamin supplement once a day. Take the vitamin supplement at least 2 hours before or after taking orlistat. 

You may also take your multivitamin supplement at bedtime.

When using orlistat, your diet should contain no more than 30% of calories as fat. More fat in your diet will increase the side effects of this medicine. Your diet should be nutritionally balanced, and your daily intake of fat, carbohydrates, and protein should be distributed over three main meals.

Carefully follow your doctor's instructions for a reduced-calorie diet plan and regular exercise. Talk with your doctor before starting any exercise program.

For a full list of side effects, interactions, and other safety information click here

Note: The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Acarbose

Unlike sulfonylureas, this group of drugs does not cause hypoglycemia. However, combination therapy with sulfonylureas or insulin poses the risk of hypoglycemia; in that case, the patient should understand the need to keep glucose with them. 

For a full list of side effects, interactions, and other safety information click here

What To Expect When You Are Expecting
(A Delivery From Us).

At Eden, we prioritize a systematic approach towards achieving your health goals. Since you've made the decision to place your trust in us on this journey, we wanted to inform you of what's next.
Our streamlined process ensures a seamless transition towards better health, all from the comfort of your home.

Stage 1:

Prescription Approval:
  • Since you recently completed your initial intake consultation order with our healthcare professionals, they will begin the process to review your health-history in detail. They may have questions for you, so be on the lookout for any messages from your doctor. You can access your secure, HIPAA-compliant, patient portal at any time to respond back to the doctor.
  • This process typically takes ~1-2 days
Prescription Approval:

Stage 2:

Pharmacy Processing
  • If a physician deems treatment as appropriate, you may receive a tailored health plan with medication suited to your unique health narrative.
  • This will release your prescription to an accredited pharmacy to prepare your medication.
  • This will release your prescription to an accredited 503A compounding pharmacy to personalize the medication just for you.
  • This process typically takes ~3-5 business days. Sometimes slight delays can occur - we value delivering quality, and sometimes quality takes time!
Pharmacy Processing

Stage 3:

Shipping
  • Once your prescription is ready to ship, you’ll receive a notification from us with the tracking information. Our partners ship FedEx or UPS, and you may receive your package Monday to Saturday.
  • This process typically takes ~2 days
Shipping

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Citations:

1. Initial body adaptation to semaglutide begins, potentially reducing hunger by increasing feelings of fullness after meals​ ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6544071/

2. Initial weight loss might be noticed, although this could be modest in the first month ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7415215/

3. Improvement in cardiometabolic risk factors may be observed, including blood pressure regulation​ ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5983135/

4. Weight loss tends to be more pronounced, with users possibly achieving significant milestones in their weight loss journey​ ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7415215/

5. Enhanced glycemic control could be observed, beneficial for individuals with type 2 diabetes​ ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6544071/

6. Further improvements in cardiometabolic risk factors and physical function might be experienced​ ​: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5983135/