Semaglutide is an exciting new medication that has been approved for chronic weight management. It is an injectable prescription medication that works by acting on receptors in the brain to reduce appetite. Semaglutide makes you feel more full and satisfied after eating smaller portions of food. When used alongside diet and exercise, it can lead to significant and sustained weight loss.
Some key aspects of using semaglutide for weight loss include:
When combined with lifestyle modification, semaglutide offers a highly effective medical weight loss treatment option for people struggling with obesity or overweight.
The FDA has approved semaglutide under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy for the following uses:
Both formulas contain the same semaglutide compound, but are approved for slightly different purposes. Wegovy is specifically intended for weight reduction, whereas Ozempic treats diabetes but has the additional benefit of causing weight loss.
There are two mechanisms by which semaglutide causes appetite suppression and weight loss:
Acts on appetite centers in the brain
Delays gastric emptying
Together these effects drastically reduce appetite, caloric intake, and ultimately lead to 5-15% body weight reductions.
Semaglutide has been studied and shown to be effective for weight loss in adults that fit the following criteria:
Adults that meet the above criteria are great candidates to discuss semaglutide as a medical weight loss treatment option.
Semaglutide was originally developed as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, but researchers unexpectedly found it also caused significant weight loss as a side effect. Further studies led to the approval of a higher dose semaglutide injection specifically for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight.
Individual results can vary substantially, but on average most people lose between 5-15% of their starting body weight within just 3-6 months on semaglutide. Higher baseline weights produce more weight loss in pounds, but lower percentage losses.
Several research studies found the following weight reductions:
The more obese the starting weight, the higher total weight loss is expected on semaglutide. But even for just overweight BMI scores of 27-30, average losses reached 6-9% which can have meaningful health impacts.
An important feature of weight loss on semaglutide is its ability to lead to sustained, long-term weight reductions:
While semaglutide is not a cure or magic bullet for obesity on its own, it serves as an invaluable tool to jump-start and enable major weight loss that can be maintained with continued healthy lifestyle behaviors.
The medical providers at Renew Hormone Institute offer comprehensive semaglutide weight loss plans customized to your unique needs and preferences. We partner with you to develop meal plans, fitness regimens, nutritional supplementation and ongoing accountability to produce the maximum results on semaglutide therapy.
We have over 10 years of experience specializing in medical weight loss, obesity and diabetes treatments. We stay up to date on all the latest advancements like Wegovy and Ozempic to be able to provide cutting edge solutions.
Some of our semaglutide program options include:
This program pairs semaglutide injections with small doses of HCG diet drops or injections for enhanced weight loss effects without loss of lean body mass. We provide extensive menus, recipes and coaching throughout the process.
Expected Loss - 10-25 lbs per month
We individualize delicious gourmet meal delivery plans for breakfast, lunch, and dinners to simplify caloric reduction. Semaglutide powerfully reduces cravings and appetite, making adherence to diets easier.
Expected loss - 0.5 to 1 lb per week
Our personal wellness coaching provides motivation, accountability to improve diet compliance while on semaglutide. We set reasonable fitness goals tailored to your needs for optimal lean mass retention.
Expected loss - 0.5 to 2 lbs per week
We also offer bundled discounted pricing when you combine semaglutide with additional therapies like B12/lipotropic fat burner injections, HGH peptide therapies or intermittent fasting programs for enhanced results:
Ultra Slim Combo Package:
This combination provides rapid results in the first month to build momentum and accountability for continuing weight loss progress on semaglutide long-term.
Being overweight and obese poses one of the most significant risks to long-term health according to abundant medical research. Carrying excess body fat precipitates countless downstream effects:
Fortunately, modest sustained weight reductions of just 5-10% have been proven to substantially reduce these obesity-related disease risks and extend lifespan.
Semaglutide offers one of the most promising new paths to achieving meaningful weight loss through its actions controlling hunger and cravings. Even small amounts of weight loss can yield exponential health benefits if maintained long term.
Along with its profound appetite-reducing effects that promote weight loss, semaglutide provides a number of other advantageous health impacts:
By enhancing insulin secretion, semaglutide acts to lower both fasting blood sugar and long term HbA1c levels. In those with prediabetes or diabetes, this directly reduces progression or severity of disease.
Semaglutide has been shown to lower LDL cholesterol while elevating HDL cholesterol and improving triglycerides - all leading to reductions in cardiovascular disease progression.
Loss of excess weight and improvements in glucose, cholesterol and waist circumference translates into measurable reductions in blood pressure - a key metric for health.
With its once weekly injection protocol, semaglutide offers convenience and avoids frequent daily shots. The pre-filled auto-injector pens make self-injection simple without need to draw up medication.
By acting as a GLP-1 receptor agonist, semaglutide enhances glucose-stimulated insulin secretion leading to tight stabilized blood sugar levels. This prevents hyperglycemia and vicious cycle of further weight gain.
The combination of appetite reduction, weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity and better glycemic control provide the potential for eliminating or sending type 2 diabetes into full remission - free of medications.
The multitude of health benefits offered by semaglutide beyond pure weight loss are what truly set it apart as valuable therapy.
In large-scale safety studies submitted for FDA approval, semaglutide demonstrated excellent safety and tolerability for most patients with obesity. The most common side effects seen include:
In trials, semaglutide did NOT increase risk for:
Routine safety monitoring labs should occur 1-2 times per year while on semaglutide therapy long-term.
To get started using semaglutide for weight loss with the experienced medical team at Renew Hormone Institute in Jacksonville, the process involves:
Initial Consultation Visit
Second Injection Training Visit
Ongoing Follow Visits
We closely monitor your progress, safety labs, and modify your personalized semaglutide weight loss plan as needed every 4-8 weeks in clinic.
We offer convenient morning and evening weekday appointment times to accommodate your schedule.
The supportive environment, amenities and resources available regionally can enhance your weight loss success on semaglutide:
Jacksonville offers abundant outdoor walking paths and nature trails perfect to integrate new physical activity habits:
The city provides over 400 public parks with amenities like swimming pools, tennis courts, sports fields and playgrounds promoting activity. Nearby recreation centers offer gym equipment, classes and training:
Jacksonville offers 300 restaurant options fit for caloric restriction diets needed for weight loss including:
Several local health facilities provide weight loss amenities from pools to body composition testing to nutritionists including:
The favorable climate, outdoor spaces and healthy lifestyle offerings in Jacksonville perfectly support adopting exercise and eating changes needed for success on semaglutide medication assisted weight loss programs. Let our exceptional Renew Hormone Institute medical team guide you through maximizing results.
