The latest and exciting buzz for doctors to treat obesity is GLP-1. If you need to lose weight, you may be interested in our GLP-1 in Phoenix, Tempe, and Glendale.
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GLP-1 is the newest injection for weight loss. This medication is a class of drugs known as GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide 1) and made its debut at Valley Medical Weight Loss in 2022.
GLP-1 can be combined with L-Carnitine. It creates a symbiotic relationship of weight loss mechanisms that help you shed pounds consistently. With none of the negative feelings often associated with strict dieting and overexertion at the gym, dramatic weight loss can be achieved and maintained.
Yes! GLP-1 is a game-changer for best weight loss results. We are seeing individuals lose up to 15%-20% of their body weight. This is nearing the levels obtained by bariatric surgery.
Diabetes patients who need better glycemic control are generally prescribed GLP-1e, but now it’s available for people without diabetes seeking treatment for weight loss. GLP-1 injections are a cutting-edge medication for weight loss that mimics a natural hormone in your body that reduces your appetite and cravings.
Weight management is similar to a chronic condition like high blood pressure, and should be treated as such, with medication accompanied by lifestyle changes. In treating our patients, we do so from a medical perspective, rather than from a judgmental willpower or character flaw perspective. As a result, we have a very high success rate.
It is a GLP-1 (glucagon-like-peptide-1) receptor agonist. It has become a life-changing option for overweight or obese people who are committed to losing weight and do not have any serious health problems. GLP-1is not a magic cure or gimmicky fat-burning supplement. It is a long-acting prescription medicine that is used over an extended period of time, usually several months or more. Though GLP-1 is not recommended for a short term fix, the weekly injections are available for people who may only need to lose 10 pounds, or a large amount of weight, as long as they are a good candidate medically and they have a body mass index (BMI) above 20.
Patients who have relied on stimulant-based diet pills in the past may find the idea of the stomach processing food more slowly counterintuitive. The slow and consistent digestion is, however, only one part of the chain reaction that makes GLP-1 such an effective weight loss drug.
As your stomach takes longer to empty itself of food, it sends signals to your brain that you are full. The signal is sent throughout the day, even if you eat less than usual. This process leads to a powerful appetite suppression effect based on the patient’s own natural insulin production.
Patients can benefit from medically assisted weight loss without having to undergo invasive surgery or take harsh stimulants. You will also have healthier blood sugar levels with a GLP-1 regimen, which will make you feel more energetic.
You can also improve your overall health by stabilizing and controlling your blood sugar levels. The overall feeling of well-being can contribute to weight loss even if you are not at risk for diabetes.
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GLP-1 inections are only available by prescription. Neither pharmacies nor supermarkets sell it over the counter, and it can only be prescribed by a licensed medical professional to suitable patients.
The injection of GLP-1 may cause side effects. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or are severe: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, burping.
GLP-1 injections are not suitable for everyone. It can be prescribed to adults who have obesity, with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30, or who are overweight, with a BMI greater than 27, and have weight-related medical problems such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.
We’ve experienced patients on GLP-1 to lose 10% of their body weight in 20 weeks.
You should not take GLP-1 if you have an allergy to it, if you have multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumors in your glands), or if you have a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (a type of thyroid cancer). If you have diabetic ketoacidosis, see your doctor.
It is not recommended to drink alcohol when taking GLP-1 for weight loss.
Those who make changes to their lifestyle and eating habits while on GLP-1 have a better likelihood of maintaining their weight loss. Failure to introduce new healthy habits can lead to weight gain for those who stop GLP-1.
Treatment with GLP-1 improved body composition by reducing excess body fat, including abdominal fat, and increasing the proportion of lean body mass, or weight that is not body fat. In general, the more body weight a participant lost, the greater the improvement in body composition.
The weight loss physicians at Valley Medical Weight Loss will complete a medical history intake with you and review your current medical condition. Candidates for GLP-1 injections will be given a once-weekly injection at the .25mg starting dose, which will be taken for four weeks and increased at 4-week intervals until reaching the maximum dosage of 2.4mg.
For both meat eaters and vegetarians, there are plenty of options to choose from. A healthy, well-balanced, 1200-calorie-a-day diet is ideal for individuals taking GLP-1 injections.
For adults, 0.25 milligrams (mg) injected under the skin once a week for four weeks is the initial dosage. Your doctor may increase your dose as necessary. Usually, the dose is no more than 2.4 mg once a week at its maximum dosage. For youth, the doctor will determine the dosage and how often the child should take it.
In comparison with placebo,GLP-1 injections led to a lower ad libitum energy intake after a standardized breakfast.
Our team understands the frustration of trying to lose weight, and we provide the support, knowledge, and expertise to create the life-changing results you seek. We believe that every patient deserves to navigate life feeling secure, confident, relaxed, and empowered. Valley Medical Weight Loss was named Best of the Desert for Weight Loss 2022, and is known for its superior patient experience. Patients can come in at their convenience for their free consultation and learn about our available programs, meet with the doctor, and discover solutions that best fit their needs. Patients will leave the same day with their programs and medication, returning on a weekly or bi-weekly basis for follow-up. Our welcoming team members in Glendale, Tempe, and Phoenix, AZ, put new patients at ease. Clients realize no one is here to judge them. Rather, we only want to help.
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