If you have unwanted weight or if you are gaining weight despite continued attempts to eat right and live an active lifestyle, you aren’t alone. Many people struggle with health problems, an unbalanced appetite, and other factors that cause weight loss to seem like an insurmountable goal. However, weight loss isn’t something that you have to undertake by yourself.
If your solitary attempts to lose weight are bringing you more frustration than success, our semaglutide weight loss treatments and medical weight management strategies can change how you view weight loss, food, and yourself. At Evolution Precision Medicine and Aesthetics in Overland Park, KS, we are here to walk with you as soon as you decide it is time for a change.
What Is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide was originally developed as a medication for individuals with type 2 diabetes. However, it was also found to be very effective at helping people to manage their appetite and to lose weight, especially when combined with lifestyle changes, and it has been FDA approved for this use since 2014. When overseen by a medical professional, semaglutide treatments can be a beneficial addition to your weight loss program.
How Does Semaglutide Work?
Semaglutide is typically administered through injections that are given once per week. This medication acts on the body in several different ways that can result in weight loss. Its primary function is to mimic the hormone GLP-1 which the body produces. One of the functions of this hormone is to regulate appetite after a meal. Semaglutide is similar to natural GLP-1, but it has small differences that make it last even longer in the body.
After injection, Semaglutide helps to slow down the digestive system. As a result, the stomach is emptied out slower which can cause you to feel full for much longer when on the medication. It can also help to suppress the appetite, making you feel less hungry throughout the day and it can cause your body to burn fat faster.
The Benefits of Semaglutide
Can Be Effective at Suppressing the Appetite
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight is often connected to an overpowering appetite. For most people, this isn’t simply a matter of having low self-control, it is a physiological response that is often connected to a hormone imbalance. By helping your appetite to be more under control, semaglutide can help you to overcome a difficult barrier to weight loss.
Can Keep You Feeling Full After Meals
After you eat a meal, your natural GLP-1 only stays in your system for a short amount of time. This can leave you feeling hungry again just a few short hours after you have eaten a full meal. Because semaglutide slows down the digestive process, it can be much longer before you are feeling ready for your next meal.
Can Affect More Than Just Weight
Semaglutide doesn’t just help to lower weight. It can also have an effect on your blood pressure, lipids, and your body’s inflammatory response. While we need lipids, an excess of lipids can lead to clogged arteries and other problems. High blood pressure can also be a major health problem that can contribute to heart and kidney problems. Semaglutide can also decrease systemic inflammation by reducing CRP, an inflammatory marker.
Can Help Improve Your Overall Health
Because obesity can be a factor in health problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and mood disorders, our semaglutide weight loss treatments can lead to overall improved health. Many of our patients are amazed with the changes that they feel in all aspects of life when they are able to lose a few pounds and be closer to their target weight.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Semaglutide Weight Loss Treatments?
At our practice, we analyze each situation to come up with an individualized treatment. Semaglutide injections are typically used in patients who have a BMI that is 30 or higher. However, some people with a lower BMI may also be good candidates for the treatment, especially if other factors are contributing to weight gain such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
Using Semaglutide Alongside Lifestyle Change
Semaglutide should never be viewed as a miracle treatment that can take the place of a healthy lifestyle. It’s important when taking semaglutide to still take care of your body by eating the right foods, getting enough exercise, and caring for your mental health by reducing stress. However, semaglutide can make lifestyle changes much easier by removing some of the barriers that can make eating healthy and exercising more of a challenge.
When we prescribe semaglutide, we will also help you to make any necessary changes to your lifestyle. Through labs and a detailed consultation, we can find out everything that is contributing to your weight gain. With our weight management services, we aren’t just helping you to reach your target weight, but we are also hoping to improve your energy levels and your gut health at the same time.
Discover the Benefits of Semaglutide by Scheduling a Consultation
Every patient is different and needs a unique weight management plan to help them achieve their goals. If you are looking for a customized plan that can help you finally lose that stubborn weight, our semaglutide injections and weight loss programs at Evolution Precision Medicine and Aesthetics in Overland Park, KS can help you get to where you want to be. If you are ready to get your weight and your health under control, call us today or fill out an online form to schedule a consultation with us.
