It’s more than willpower, it’s your biology
It starts with biology
Years of study indicate that weight loss isn't as simple as "consume less, exercise more." In reality, a mix of biological, psychological, and environmental aspects significantly contribute to the process.
NEUROBIOLOGY
METABOLISM & THERMOGENESIS
MEDICATION
Biology
HORMONES & HORMONAL REGULATION
GENETICS
MICROBE
Discover the Fact
Up to 70% of your weight can be determined by your genes… this doesn’t mean you can’t change it. It just means you have to address what’s going on at the cellular level.
How is your biology affecting you?
Your Harmones
These elements play a role in everything from signaling hunger in your brain to deciding how your body accumulates fat.
And here’s the thing: they can frequently be imbalanced, turning your efforts into a relentless struggle. However, with appropriate medication, dietary choices, and a positive mindset, we can level the odds.
Your Genatics
Were you aware that your genetics could influence 25–80% of your weight?
This is where the power of science shines. We pinpoints the impact of your genetic makeup and equips you with resources, including prescription drugs, to tackle your weight issues right down to the cellular detail.
Your Gut
Trillions of minuscule bacteria inhabit our gut. Some beneficial ones aid in metabolizing carbohydrates more efficiently, while some harmful ones can intensify sugar cravings.
A suitable diet, complemented by certain medications, can promote the growth of the beneficial bacteria while curbing the harmful ones.
Effective and safe medicine.
Medications prescribed by doctors can address the biological aspects influencing weight.
Our medical professionals can prescribe an array of drugs that tackle various biological challenges in unique ways. For instance, some drugs target the brain’s reward center, while others maintain stable blood sugar levels.
A medical provider from us will determine the most suitable medication for you and will routinely review and modify the prescription if necessary.
Your mental health and environment matter too
Your Heart & Mind
Conventional diets often underestimate the influence of factors such as stress, emotions, and insufficient sleep on weight. Our Care Team assists in pinpointing the emotional triggers affecting you and collaborates with you to find strategies that boost your internal and external confidence and positivity.
Your World
Your job schedule, culinary skills, and location play a significant role.
Our resources, including articles, tools, our digital app, and other content, are crafted by our medical specialists and influenced by your feedback. Stay committed, cultivate new routines, and prioritize the lifestyle adjustments that resonate most with you, on your own terms.
Your Support System
It’s a commonly heard sentiment, and based on our own experiences, we understand that staying accountable can be crucial for effective weight management. That’s why our Community and Care Team stand by you throughout your journey, ensuring you’re never tackling this challenge solo.
A comprehensive approach
ShenShape goes beyond just examining your biology. We consider all the elements involved in sustained weight management and create a medical roadmap tailored just for you.
Nutrition
Movement
Stress & emotional health
Sleep
Social support
You’re in good hands
99% of US doctors are not trained in managing obesity and overweight. We have access to compassionate, board-certified medical experts that are specially trained in obesity.
Medical Affairs
Dr. Rekha Kumar
An endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist who has authored several papers on the medical management of obesity. She served as the former medical director of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
Chief Medical Advisor
Dr. Judith Korner, MD, PhD
Founding Director, Columbia University Weight Management Center. Vice Chair of The Obesity Medical Board.
Director of Behavioral Health
Dr. Lynn Yudofsky, MD
Dr. Yudofsky joins us from Stanford University, where she practiced as a psychiatrist and focused on integrative medicine. She ensures that all of our members are taking care of their bodies and minds.
Medical Advisor
Dr. Shebani Sethi Dalai
Dr. Yudofsky joins us from Stanford University, where she practiced as a psychiatrist and focused on integrative medicine. She ensures that all of our members are taking care of their bodies and minds.