About Semaglutide: A GLP1
Solutions for Weight Loss
ABout Semaglutide Weight Loss Therapy:
Semaglutide is a medication that belongs to a class of medications known as GLP-1 receptor agonists. GLP-1 medications help you lose weight by regulating your blood sugar levels and suppressing your appetite.
how semaglutide therapy works
The science behind Semaglutide involves the way it mimics the actions of the hormone GLP-1, which is produced by the gut and helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
GLP-1 works by increasing insulin production and decreasing the amount of sugar produced by the liver, which helps to lower blood sugar levels. It also decreases appetite and slows down the rate at which food is emptied from the stomach, which can aid in the weight loss process.
Semaglutide is a synthetic form of GLP-1, and it works by binding to the same receptors in the body as the natural hormone. Once it binds to these receptors, it triggers the same biological responses as GLP-1, including increased insulin production and decreased sugar production by the liver.
Semaglutide is long-acting, meaning that it remains active in the body for a longer period of time than some other GLP-1 receptor agonists. To learn more about GLP-1 medications and how they work, check out our blog post here.
benefits of semaglutide
Helps you lose weight
Improves insulin resistance
Reduces “food noise”
May help combat inflammation
May improve gut microbiome
COMMON CHALLENGES of SEMAGLUTIDE
Nausea/Vomiting
Diarrhea
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the science behind semaglutide therapy:
Semaglutide for Weight Loss in Adults with Obesity: In participants who identified as overweight or with obesity, semaglutide injections once weekly plus lifestyle intervention was associated with sustained, clinically relevant reduction in body weight.
Semaglutide and GLP-1 Analogs Reduce Atherosclerosis: This study concluded that GLP-1 receptor agonists like Semaglutide reduce atherosclerosis through anti-inflammatory mechanisms.
Semaglutide Reduces Insulin Resistance: In the study, body weight was significantly reduced in the participant group receiving Semaglutide injections. In participants who experienced weight loss, a reduction in insulin resistance was also observed.
Semaglutide Reduces Glucose Levels and Lipid Metabolism: Found that Semaglutide treatment significantly lowered fasting concentrations of glucose, and increased insulin response vs the placebo group. Additionally, fasting and postprandial lipid metabolism improved with Semaglutide group vs placebo.
FAQS
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a prescription injection that aids in the weight loss process. Semaglutide mimicks the effects of a naturally occurring hormone called GLP-1, which helps to regulate blood sugar levels in the body.
How does Semaglutide work?
Semaglutide slows down the rate at which your stomach sends food to your large intestine. This results in slower digestion (which improves blood sugar) and a longer feeling of fullness. It also stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin, removing sugar from the bloodstream.
Who is a candidate for Semaglutide?
Virtually anyone who has weight to lose can be a candidate for Semaglutide injections. There are a few contraindications ( detailed below).
Who is not a candidate for Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is not recommended for anyone who has a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (a rare form of thyroid cancer), or a condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2. Additionally, Semaglutide is not recommended for those with diabetes.
Is Semaglutide safe?
Semaglutide has undergone years of rigorous clinical trials and has been shown to be safe in a wide variety of populations.
What are the potential side effects of Semaglutide?
Like other GLP-1 receptor agonists, Semaglutide may cause side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. However, the risk of these side effects is generally considered to be low, and most people are able to tolerate the medication well. Typically, side effects of Semaglutide improve after the first four weeks of therapy.
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