Semaglutide Weight Loss Program

Semaglutide: Everything You Need to Know About the New Weight Loss Treatment

Semaglutide is a new FDA-approved weight loss treatment that has recently hit the headlines. Semaglutide shows great promise for patients who are having difficulty losing weight. Studies have demonstrated that Semaglutide reduced appetite, improved control of eating, and reduced food cravings in addition to improved glycemic control. 

The largest clinical trial showed that adults taking semaglutide lost an average of almost 15% of their initial body weight — about 12% more than those who didn't take the medication.  

The greatest weight loss benefits were observed when Semaglutide is used in combination with lifestyle changes, such as improved diet and consistent exercise. 

Semaglutide belongs to a class of medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It mimics the GLP-1 hormone that is released in the gastrointestinal tract in response to eating. One role of GLP-1 is to prompt the body to produce more insulin, which reduces blood glucose (sugar). GLP-1 in higher amounts also interacts with the parts of the brain that reduce appetite and signal a feeling of fullness. 

Semaglutide is a novel weight loss drug with recent extensive clinical studies to prove its safety and efficacy. Specifically, it is an injectable medication that increases satiety and reduces food intake. As a result, patients feel full for longer and eat less. 

It is not a quick fix, though. It is still up to you to make smart food choices and get moving every day.

Semaglutide is the active ingredient found in medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Our Semaglutide medication is hundreds of dollars cheaper than these commercial medications.

Wegovy, or Semaglutide, works by mimicking the effects of insulin. This increases satiety and reduces appetite. Semaglutide is a peptide that functions as a GLP-1 receptor agonist and acts on ghrelin receptors in the brain. Ghrelin is the hormone responsible for making us feel hungry when other hormones like leptin are not blocking it. Since Semaglutide blocks ghrelin, you feel less hungry throughout the day.

Semaglutide injections are an effective new treatment option for people looking to lose or maintain a healthy weight without extreme dieting or exercise. It is a once-a-week injection that easily fits into a busy schedule. The benefits are two-fold: reduce hunger pangs and lose weight faster when combined with a low-calorie diet.

Weight loss with Semaglutide Wegovy is a long-term solution. It takes hard work, discipline, and patience to lose weight—and Semaglutide is no exception. Do not expect the weight to melt away magically. Instead, think about how much you want it gone and what lifestyle changes you need to implement to make it happen.

Semaglutide is just one tool that can help you on your journey toward a healthier mind and body. You can see phenomenal results if you are willing to put in the effort. But as with any medical treatment, results vary per person. On average, our patients experience losing 15% of their body weight.

Integrative Endocrinology & Preventive Medicine offers Semaglutide weight loss treatments to help Scottsdale residents reach their health and  fitness goals. 

Get in touch with us by calling 480-751-2205. Schedule a consultation, where we can determine your candidacy for Semaglutide and devise a personalized treatment plan for you.