Considering Semaglutide for Weight Loss? Here's What You Need to Know.
If you are following a healthy diet and getting exercise everyday but still aren’t able to reach your weight loss goals, there may be an underlying reason. At Natural Healing Arts Medical Center, we can help you determine if there is a medical reason for your stalled weight loss. We also offer medically-assisted weight loss services, hormone therapy, diet and nutrition counseling, and assistance with lifestyle modifications that can improve your health and wellness. If you’re considering Semaglutide for weight loss in Bradenton, FL, here is what you need to know.
What Is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist. It is administered as an injection or a pill and mimics GLP-1, which is a hormone that plays a role in appetite and digestion. Taking Semaglutide can slow the movement of food through your gut and stomach and help you regulate your appetite by making you feel full for longer after eating. Semaglutide can also reduce food noise and food cravings so it’s easier to eat healthy or practice intuitive eating.
Why Choose Semaglutide Over Other Options?
You have a lot of options for medically-assisted weight loss, including Semaglutide, Phentermine, Saxenda, Contrave, and Zepbound. In general, combining medication with diet and nutrition counseling, exercise, and lifestyle changes will give you the best chance of losing weight and keeping it off while staying healthy. Semaglutide typically starts working within four weeks, and can lower your blood sugar, reduce your weight, and lower your risk of cardiovascular issues and side effects of obesity.
Are You a Good Candidate for Semaglutide-Assisted Weight Loss?
The best candidates for Semaglutide-assisted weight loss are adults who are obese or overweight with at least one weight-related health condition. You should only use Semaglutide under the supervision of a weight loss specialist or physician.
What Are the Risks of Semaglutide?
Like any other medication, Semaglutide does have side effects. In most cases, side effects are manageable or temporary. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, stomach pain, headache, and fatigue. Semaglutide also increases your risk of gallbladder problems, pancreatitis, kidney damage, and thyroid tumors.
Learn More About Semaglutide
If you’re interested in learning more about losing weight with Semaglutide, visit us at Natural Healing Arts Medical Center. Dr. Zamikoff can determine what is causing your weight gain or affecting your ability to lose weight and design a personalized program for medically-assisted weight loss. Call us today to schedule an appointment or schedule an appointment online.
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