Semaglutide for Weight Loss

Obesity is a chronic medical condition, not a personal choice – and it’s not your fault. 50% of Americans struggle with obesity, and you aren’t alone. Although there have been many developments to combat obesity, medications to combat obesity tend to have the best results. A new FDA-approved anti-obesity medication – semaglutide – has been developed and shows great promise in treating patients with obesity. With medical weight loss programs offering prescription and alternative weight loss aids and health coaching from experienced providers, patients have found that semaglutide is a game-changer.

 WEIGHT LOSS USING MEDICATION SEMAGLUTIDE

Semaglutide is a new revolutionary treatment for weight loss: It decreases appetite and food cravings, improves the feeling of fullness, and lowers body weight, waist size, hypertension, blood sugar levels, and inflammation levels.

 SEMAGLUTIDE IS CHANGING LIVES

FDA-approved once-weekly medication semaglutide (Wegovy) helps with chronic weight management combined with a healthy diet and exercise regimen.

Almost 15% of the weight loss in the largest clinical trial was lost by adults taking semaglutide – about 12% more than people without the medication. Adolescents lost 16% of their weight on average.

 Key Benefits of Semaglutide

• The study participants had an average weight loss of 15-20%.
• This resulted in a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (heart attack or stroke)
• Osteoporosis risk is reduced over the course of a lifetime
• Mental health has generally improved

There are three basic mechanisms of action of semaglutide:

By slowing down your stomach, semaglutide makes you feel full for a longer period of time.

Taking semaglutide increases insulin sensitivity, which makes your body more efficient at metabolizing sugar

Patients taking semaglutide don’t feel compelled to finish their food.

UNDERSTANDING SEMAGLUTIDE FOR WEIGHT LOSS

We recommend you speak with our team or your doctor before taking any medication.

WHAT IS SEMAGLUTIDE?

As of December 2017, semaglutide was approved for diabetic treatment, and Wegovy and Ozempic (semaglutide) was approved for chronic weight management in 2021. If you are opposed to invasive bariatric surgery and seeking medical help for weight loss, semaglutide is a viable option.

A natural substance called GLP-1 is responsible for controlling blood sugar levels. Semaglutide increases GLP-1 levels, which in turn helps to control blood sugar levels and improve glycemic control. The drug semaglutide has been shown to improve blood sugar control and assist people with type 2 diabetes lose weight.

Patients with obesity or a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 can take semaglutide. The prescription is also available to overweight patients with medical problems related to their weight (BMI 25-29.9). 

HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS WITH OR WITHOUT SEMAGLUTIDE

If you’re looking to lose weight but are not ready to try an anti-obesity medication, we have other treatments available that can be used on their own or as a complement to semaglutide.

HOW DOES SEMAGLUTIDE WORK?

There is no magic pill that will cure obesity, a condition that affects over 40% of adults in the U.S. However, new medicines have the potential to change the way we live.

WHY ISN’T EVERY OBESE PERSON ON SEMAGLUTIDE?

Despite its effectiveness as a weight loss drug, semaglutide is not ideal for every situation. Powerful fat-burning alternatives can provide similar results. We offer weekly at-home IV therapies that can be effective when used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise program. These can also be combined with Semaglutide for maximum results.

SEMAGLUTIDE FAQ

We know you have questions, so we compiled the most common questions about semaglutide here. If you have more questions, feel free to give us a call!

How Fast Can I Expect to See Results with Semaglutide?  

After starting Ozempic (semaglutide) at your regular maintenance dose, your blood sugar levels should decline within the first week. However, full effects can take eight weeks or more since this is a long-acting medication. Lower doses will be used for the first four weeks to reduce side effects, but this does not lower blood sugar over the long run.

Am I a Good Fit for Semaglutide Treatment? 

The treatment with semaglutide is not appropriate for everyone. The medication can be prescribed to adults who are obese, with a BMI greater than 30, or overweight, accompanied by a BMI greater than 27 and weight-related medical problems, such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.