How Semaglutide Can Help You Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss

At True Medical Aesthetics, we are committed to providing the most effective and scientifically backed solutions for weight loss. Semaglutide is one such solution that has shown promising results for long-term weight loss.

The medication’s effectiveness stems from various factors that influence the body’s weight regulation, metabolism, and hormonal regulation. Semaglutide belongs to a class of medications that are called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It mimics the native hormone GLP-1, released from the intestines after meals, which signals the brain to induce feelings of fullness. Semaglutide also slows down the passage of food from the stomach into the intestine, prolonging feelings of fullness and reducing food intake.

At True Medical Aesthetics, we value convenient and effective treatment methods. Semaglutide is administered via injection once a week, allowing for consistent and regulated doses. This method of administration, along with semaglutide’s extended half-life of approximately 7 days, provides consistent weight loss effects over the long term.

Moreover, semaglutide’s appetite-suppressing effects can facilitate behavioral changes, such as reduced calorie intake and increased physical activity. The weight loss achieved with this medication can also boost motivation and confidence, encouraging sustained effort.

Semaglutide can help to facilitate significant weight loss results according to large-scale clinical trials, with individuals losing an average of 15% of their body weight over 68 weeks.

Clinical studies have shown that semaglutide can assist individuals not only in losing weight but also in sustaining that weight loss over time. According to the results of several studies, participants who received semaglutide lost substantially more weight than those individuals who received a placebo, and they successfully maintained this weight loss over 68 weeks. Although participants regained some weight after discontinuing semaglutide, they still retained a substantial portion of the initial weight loss.

Semaglutide supports weight maintenance by reducing hunger and increasing feelings of fullness, which leads to an overall decrease in calorie intake. It helps to slow down and delay the speed at which food leaves the stomach and acts on the brain to reduce hunger and enhance satiety. Additionally, semaglutide may improve body composition by increasing muscle mass and reducing body fat, which can boost metabolic activity and support weight maintenance over time.

Semaglutide can play a crucial role in helping individuals maintain weight loss after initial success. Its ability to regulate appetite, metabolism, and body composition can provide a valuable tool in the journey towards sustainable weight loss. However, it works best as one part of a comprehensive weight management plan that includes lifestyle changes and potentially continued use of semaglutide.

During the initial phase of treatment with semaglutide, which typically spans the first four weeks, Durkin focuses on establishing a regular dosing schedule for the patient as well as managing any potential side effects. During this initial period of use, patients may notice gradual changes in their appetite, leading to a reduction in calorie intake and initial weight loss.

Significant and consistent weight loss usually becomes more noticeable after about 12 weeks of regular use. This is when the appetite-suppressing effects of semaglutide become more pronounced, making adherence to a calorie-restricted diet and increased physical activity more manageable.

Clinical trials show that on average, individuals lost 10-15% of their body weight over 68 weeks when using semaglutide. However, it’s crucial to remember that weight loss is consistent and gradual, rather than immediate. After achieving their weight loss goals, patients may enter a maintenance phase to sustain their results. Continuing semaglutide therapy can help prevent weight gain by suppressing appetite and promoting metabolic balance.

Durkin will monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed. The rate at which patients see results with semaglutide can vary based on several factors, including baseline weight and body composition, adherence to diet and exercise, and individual response.

Before starting treatment with semaglutide, it’s important to discuss your weight loss goals and expectations thoroughly with Durkin. This will help to ensure that the medication is suitable for your specific needs and that you are aware of the realistic timelines for weight loss.

Semaglutide, which we use in our weight loss plans, works by mimicking the effects of a natural hormone in the gut called GLP-1. This hormone, released after eating, promotes feelings of fullness and reduces hunger signals. By increasing these levels, we can help reduce excess eating habits in our patients, leading to decreased calorie intake and significant weight loss.

As part of our commitment to comprehensive care, we recognize the role of semaglutide not only in enhancing insulin sensitivity and reducing glucagon secretion but also in slowing down gastric emptying. This process enhances the feeling of satiety, resulting in better control of blood sugar levels and reducing overall caloric intake.

At True Medical Aesthetics, we are always at the forefront of medical research. Studies suggest that semaglutide may directly impact fat metabolism through the promotion of thermogenesis, which describes the body’s process of burning calories to produce heat. This increases energy expenditure and further contributes to weight loss.

At our clinic, semaglutide is typically administered once weekly as an injectable. Its convenient dosing regimen improves adherence, crucial for long-term weight loss success. Moreover, the significant weight loss achieved with semaglutide can enhance motivation and promote positive behavioral changes related to diet and exercise.

At True Medical Aesthetics, semaglutide becomes most effective when integrated into a broader medical weight loss plan that includes:

• Calorie-controlled diet
• Regular physical activity
• Behavioral therapy
• Lifestyle modifications

By combining the appetite-suppressing and metabolic effects of semaglutide with these other components, our clients can maximize their weight loss efforts and achieve lasting results. For more information, please contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 50 Avon Meadow Ln, Avon, CT 06001. We serve clients from Avon CT, Simsbury CT, Canton CT, Bloomfield CT, Farmington CT, Burlington CT, and surrounding areas.