Experience transformative weight loss with Semaglutide at Genesis Lifestyle Medicine in Cumming. We offer this advanced treatment to help you achieve significant, sustainable weight loss by reducing your appetite and improving blood sugar control. Our personalized approach ensures you receive the support and guidance needed to reach your goals and maintain a healthier, more vibrant life.
Weight loss can only happen when you consistently maintain a calorie deficit—meaning you consume fewer calories than your body needs to function. While this sounds simple, maintaining a calorie deficit for an extended period is incredibly challenging. Your body naturally resists this effort by increasing hunger and slowing down metabolism, making it harder to keep the weight off. It’s your body’s way of trying to protect you, but it often leads to weight regain. Weight loss medications like Semaglutide can help overcome this problem.
Semaglutide is a medication originally developed to help manage blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs known as GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists. Semaglutide works by mimicking a hormone in your body that helps regulate blood sugar and appetite. When you take Semaglutide, it signals your brain that you’re full, reducing hunger and helping you eat less without feeling deprived.
What makes Semaglutide particularly effective for sustainable weight loss is its ability to slow down the emptying of your stomach. This means that food stays in your stomach longer, helping you feel full for an extended period. Over time, this leads to a reduced calorie intake and gradual weight loss. Because Semaglutide helps control your appetite and cravings, it makes it easier to stick to a lower-calorie diet, supporting long-term weight management.
Your weight loss journey with Semaglutide starts with a thorough consultation. During this initial visit, we’ll conduct a detailed assessment of your medical history, current health status, and weight loss goals. If we decide to proceed, we’ll prescribe an initial dosage based on your individual needs. Over time, we’ll carefully monitor your progress and adjust the dosage to ensure optimal results.
Administering Semaglutide is simple. The medication comes in a pre-filled pen that you’ll use to give yourself a subcutaneous injection, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. We’ll provide you with step-by-step instructions and a demonstration on how to properly administer the injection. You’ll inject the medication once a week at a time that suits you best.
The duration of your treatment with Semaglutide will depend on your weight loss goals and how your body responds to the medication. Typically, treatment can last several months to a year, with regular check-ins to monitor your progress. During these follow-ups, we may adjust the dosage to better suit your needs, ensuring you’re on track to achieve optimal results.
As with any medication, Semaglutide can have side effects. The most common include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain, especially when starting treatment. These side effects usually decrease as your body adjusts to the medication.
With consistent use, you can expect significant weight loss. Many patients achieve a reduction of up to 10-15% of their initial body weight. When combined with healthy lifestyle changes, like a balanced diet and regular exercise, these results can be even more pronounced.
Genesis Lifestyle Medicine in Cumming is dedicated to helping you achieve lasting weight loss through personalized, science-backed treatments like Semaglutide. Our expert team works with you to create a customized plan that addresses your unique needs and goals, ensuring not just weight loss, but long-term success. Book your consultation to start shedding those pounds!
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