Is Semaglutide The Best For Weight Loss?

Many of us have tried all the recommended methods to lose weight without success. In fact, weight loss is much more difficult than many people think. Semaglutide is a remarkable new medication that is helping people lose significant amounts of weight and start enjoying a healthier lifestyle. Semaglutide is a unique weight loss tool that can give you control over your eating habits. 

What is Semaglutide For Weight Loss?

You may have heard of semaglutide as one of its several brand names. These are all versions of semaglutide and work in the same way. They are weekly injectable treatments that you can administer at home. Our semaglutide is formulated in a compounding pharmacy, so we can ensure consistent availability when brand names become difficult to find. Semaglutide stimulates receptors in your brain that affect your hunger and desire to eat, letting you eat fewer calories without feeling hungry. 

How Does Semaglutide Help You Lose Weight?

When injected, semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1). Peptides are small protein messengers, and this one carries signals related to hunger, insulin levels, and feeling full. Semaglutide triggers the same receptors as GLP-1, telling your brain that it feels less hungry. As a result, you have control over what you decide to eat, and most people find that they eat less and have fewer cravings. 

Is Semaglutide the Best for Weight Loss?

Semaglutide has several advantages over past weight loss medications and treatments. Previous medications for weight loss often used stimulants, which have a number of harmful side effects. Bariatric surgery or gastric bypass has long been a treatment for significant obesity, but the procedure carries many risks. Semaglutide is the first treatment that allows you to lose weight safely and effectively with no drastic procedures. 

How Much Weight Will I Lose With Semaglutide?

How much weight loss you lose while taking semaglutide depends on your original body weight and your response to the medication. Research has shown that people can lose 15% of their body weight, and many people lose up to 20%. You should increase your physical activity as you lose weight to promote muscle development and encourage weight loss. 

Am I a Good Candidate for Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is an excellent weight loss option for many people. Good candidates should have achievable goals and understand the role of physical activity and nutrition in a healthy lifestyle. Semaglutide is not recommended for those with certain medical conditions, a family history of some types of cancers, or are pregnant. Only a full assessment, including a complete medical history, can determine whether you are a candidate for semaglutide. 

Take The Next Step

If you have further questions about semaglutide, we encourage you to schedule a consultation at Alamo Ranch Laser Aesthetics. Call us at (210) 796-5828 or fill out our online contact form. We look forward to helping you.