GLP-1 Semaglutide
FDA Approved
Nu Image Weight Loss and Wellness
"Pioneering Your Journey to Successful Weight Loss"
Why Semaglutide?
Excessive weight gain is frequently linked to our eating patterns, which are influenced by various factors including busy schedules, constant stress, and the widespread availability of processed foods in today's diet.
Additionally, biological factors such as hormonal fluctuations and genetic predispositions can play significant roles in weight management. Together, these elements create a complex web of challenges that can make it challenging for individuals to achieve and sustain a healthy weight.
What is Semaglutide?
The recently approved under-the-skin injection represents a groundbreaking advancement in the field of chronic weight management. It is specifically designed for adults struggling with general obesity or overweight conditions.
This innovative medication offers a promising solution for individuals seeking effective long-term weight control. Administered through a convenient injection, it targets adipose tissue, aiding in the reduction of excess body weight.
With its approval, it provides new hope for those navigating the challenges of obesity and its associated health risks.
What are the Benefits of Semaglutide ?
This medication effectively regulates appetite and cravings, laying a foundation for successful weight management endeavors. Its advantages are diverse.
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Blood Sugar Control: Semaglutide helps regulate blood glucose levels by enhancing insulin secretion and reducing glucagon release in response to meals, improving glycemic control.
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Weight Loss: It promotes appetite suppression and a feeling of fullness by acting on areas of the brain that regulate hunger, making it effective for weight management in people with or without diabetes.
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Cardiovascular Health: Studies have shown that semaglutide reduces the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, in people with type 2 diabetes and established heart disease.
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Convenience: It is available in weekly injections or daily oral tablets, offering flexibility and ease of use for patients.
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Long-Term Benefits: Beyond weight loss and glucose control, it may help reduce fatty liver and improve overall metabolic health.
GLP-1’s and Menopause
Menopause brings changes that contribute to weight gain, including muscle loss, increased body fat, hormonal shifts, and lifestyle factors like stress and poor sleep. Genetics can also play a role in fat storage and hormonal responses.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists mimic the hormone GLP-1, which regulates appetite and glucose metabolism and slows gastric emptying. This helps you feel full longer and satisfied sooner when you eat. These drugs also help manage blood glucose and insulin, aiding weight management, particularly in menopausal women.