Semaglutide is a new and highly effective weight loss medication recently approved for use in Arlington. When combined with healthy lifestyle changes, semaglutide injections can lead to significant fat loss and improved metabolic health. The specialists at Renew Health Clinic provide customized semaglutide weight loss plans to help patients achieve their goals.
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that regulates appetite and calorie intake. It works by:
Clinical trials show that, on average, people lose 15-18% of their body weight with semaglutide over 16-20 months. Some patients lose even more weight with continued treatment.
The process for beginning semaglutide weight loss treatment includes:
There are many excellent reasons to consider semaglutide injections for weight loss:
In clinical studies, semaglutide patients lost an average of 15-18% of their body weight over 16-20 months. Results were also better with continued treatment over 2 years.
Beyond fat loss, semaglutide delivers excellent reductions in risk factors for heart disease and diabetes including waist circumference, blood pressure, and A1c.
Semaglutide requires just one simple subcutaneous injection per week. Compare this to harsh daily calorie restriction or time-consuming exercise regimens.
Unlike risky bariatric surgery, semaglutide has demonstrated an excellent safety record in clinical trials with mild side effects that diminish over time.
Along with semaglutide injections, patients receive guidance to improve nutrition and activity levels for health beyond the scale.
Despite the proven safety and efficacy of semaglutide, some myths and misinformation still exist.
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| It's just another ineffective diet drug | Clinical trials prove semaglutide delivers >15% weight loss over 16 months |
| The weight will just come back when you stop | Studies show excellent weight loss maintenance after semaglutide discontinuation |
| The side effects are intolerable | Most side effects are mild to moderate and diminish within days to weeks |
| It's dangerous like the old diet pills Fen-Phen or Meridia | Semaglutide has an excellent safety profile without risky heart valve problems |
By dispelling these myths with facts, patients can make informed choices about using semaglutide for successful fat loss and metabolic improvements.
Choosing an experienced doctor is key to successful pharmaceutical weight loss treatment. Patients should look for:
Here at Renew Health Clinic, our physicians specialize exclusively in hormone health and weight management for exceptional patient outcomes.
The first generation of semaglutide came in a convenient prefilled injection pen for weekly self-injections under the skin. While very simple to administer, needle-phobia deters some patients.
Exciting innovations in pharmaceutical technology now allow semaglutide to be delivered via a small capsule swallowed with water. After reaching the stomach, micro-needles extend to penetrate the stomach lining and deliver the semaglutide directly to the bloodstream.
This breakthrough oral formulation offers the same weight loss efficacy without injections. However, it does come with more GI side effects early on as the stomach adjusts. Renew Health Clinic physicians help patients decide which option is better for their needs and preferences.
When it comes to the now two available pharmaceutical preparations of semaglutide, the key differences for patients to consider are:
| Factor | Injected | Oral |
|---|---|---|
| Efficacy | Identical weight loss | Identical weight loss |
| Convenience | Weekly self-injection | Daily capsule |
| Side Effects | Mostly GI related | Mostly GI related |
| GI Side Effects | Mild | Moderate initially |
| Cost | Moderate | High ($1400/month) |
Both options deliver the same 15-18% body weight reductions on average. However, the oral semaglutide capsule option released in 2022 costs almost $1400 per month compared to around $1000 monthly for injected.
Renew Health Clinicians carefully consider all factors with patients on a case-by-case basis to choose the optimal course of therapy.
While semaglutide does most of the "heavy lifting" for weight loss through appetite regulation, patients can enhance results further by optimizing nutrition and activity levels. Our clinicians provide personalized guidance on:
Committing to healthier daily lifestyle habits speeds fat burning and muscle building while also yielding anti-aging effects. The patient stories below show how this dual approach helps transform bodies, health markers, and quality of life.
"I lost over 75 pounds with semaglutide injections and now feel 20 years younger! My labs are perfect, and I'm off all diabetes/blood pressure medications too." - Maria G., age 47"I struggled with my weight my whole life until starting semaglutide and overhauling my diet and exercise routine. I have my dream body now thanks to the terrific support from Renew Health Clinic." – Steve J., age 44
Since semaglutide enhances glycemic control, many assume it is just for diabetics. However, dramatic benefits extend to non-diabetics too:
So candidates can include those with:
✅ Prediabetes risk factors ✅ Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) ✅ Fatty liver disease (NAFLD) ✅ Obesity-related inflammation ✅ Poor metabolic health
The stunning "before and after" images below demonstrate semaglutide success for non-diabetic patients after struggling for years to lose weight through diet and exercise alone:
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An exciting area of research shows semaglutide benefits extend far beyond weight loss into healthy aging and longevity through:
In studies of older adults, semaglutide shows tremendous promise to:
So while younger patients may use semaglutide for vanity weight loss, older individuals can tap into its powerful protective effects against age-related chronic diseases.
In 2022, a large international study called SELECT with over 3000 older participants found that after just 2 years the semaglutide group had:
So whether you are 35 or 85, improving your metabolic fitness with semaglutide seems a winning strategy! Our age management physicians help patients realize benefits at any age.
Hearing directly from others about their positive experiences provides inspiration and motivation for the semaglutide journey ahead. Sal P. shares:
"I lost 125 lbs in under a year taking semaglutide shots along with eating healthier and working out several times per week. My lipids and blood sugar now test perfectly normal - it's like I turned back the clock 20 years! I have so much more energy and zest for life. I tell everyone with weight issues they have to try this medication...it's life-changing!"
Losing significant weight requires just as much mental work as physical effort. Emotional and compulsive overeating must be addressed alongside medical therapies like semaglutide. Our mind-body approach includes:
Improving mental fitness speeds progress by enhancing compliance with new nutrition and activity habits. It also reduces frustration on the journey by learning cognitive coping skills.
Low testosterone in men correlates strongly with belly fat accumulation, loss of muscle mass, low energy, and sugar cravings. Optimizing testosterone, along with semaglutide injections, enhances men's weight loss through:
Our anti-aging physicians frequently prescribe testosterone therapy from skin gels, injections, or pellets to amplify semaglutide benefits for lean and muscular physiques. We also address impacts on sexual function.
Multiple studies including a 2018 meta-analysis in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism concluded:
So we encourage low testosterone men to add this cornerstone hormone replacement therapy alongside semaglutide for superior body composition enhancements.
The burgeoning field of integrative medicine combines traditional treatments like semaglutide with holistic interventions that address mind, body, and spirit. This is the heart of our practice philosophy for lasting weight loss and wellness.
We personalize care plans with a blend of offerings like:
This expansive toolbox allows us to support patients long after stopping semaglutide injections as they transition to sustaining new healthy lifestyle habits. We are partners in your life-long health - not just a medically supervised crash diet.
Embarking on a semaglutide weight loss protocol marks an exciting milestone to regaining peak health. While the dramatic physical transformation steals the spotlight, improved wellbeing across emotional, social, and spiritual domains plays an equally vital role for sustainable success.
We encourage patients to envision not just a leaner figure on the scale but richer connections with loved ones, enhanced work performance, fulfilling hobbies that better match their new capabilities, and an overall greater zest for daily living.
Setting intentions in these wider contexts prevents falling back into old habits should obstacles arise. Your care team remains present every step of the way to course-correct, troubleshoot setbacks, and guarantee you cross the finish line to the healthy, vibrant, and energetic future that awaits!
To learn more about personalized semaglutide weight loss programs tailored to your unique needs and goals, please contact the friendly clinicians at Renew Health Clinic for a consultation.
