"Shedding Secrets: Exploring the Latest Craze in Breakthrough Weight Loss Medications"

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Can we talk about the craziness of the whole weight loss scene? It's like a massive shopping spree with a zillion clinics, diets, shakes, and supplements all screaming, "Pick me, pick me!" 🛍️

So, for years there've been these meds and pills doing the rounds, promising to help us shed those pesky pounds – some backed by science, others just wishful thinking vibes 💫

But now Semaglutide has entered the scene. This new medication is basically the coolest kid on the block right now 😎 

It's like, "Hey there, I've got some seriously exciting news for all you babes dealing with the drama of hormonal weight loss struggles."

Semaglutide comes under the class of medications GLP-1 with different brand names such as Ozempic.

Let’s take a look at what these medications actually do, along with some things to consider if you are thinking about trying them out for yourself 💖✨

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Deep Dive on Semaglutide

Semaglutide with brand names including Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy have been indicated to treat Type 2 diabetes for just over five years.

Each brand name may have different dosages and administration instructions, so it is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate option for your specific needs.

These drugs act by selectively binding to cell receptors (GLP-1) and increasing the production of insulin in the body, as well as lowering blood glucose levels and reducing appetite.

The multiple modes of action have shown it to be extremely effective in some patients in reducing calorie intake and supporting weight loss.

They were developed for people to help manage type 2 diabetes and it is the indirect weight loss benefits that have raised interest as a general weight loss drug.

So much so, that doctors are using it “off label” which means they are prescribing it for people who are not diabetic but have general weight to lose.

Who is Semaglutide suitable for?

Semaglutide can help if you have gained significant amounts of weight, largely as a result of high insulin levels and disordered glucose metabolism and are on the way to being diagnosed with diabetes or have diabetes.

Prior to the development of diabetes, insulin levels become chronically elevated, and this condition is called insulin resistance.

Insulin is the hormone that regulates both fat and glucose metabolism in the body.

High levels of insulin over time can result in fluctuating blood glucose levels, extreme cravings and difficulty losing weight. When insulin has been elevated for several years, fat metabolism can be affected.

Semaglutide :

🔯 stimulates insulin release from the pancreas when you need it, and it helps to lower your blood sugar levels.

🔯 It also helps to reduce the amount of sugar released by your liver and slows down food leaving your stomach to help prevent blood sugar spikes.

🔯 It can help you stick to a calorie deficit by reducing appetite. You just don’t feel hungry all the time!

However, for those who continue to eat too much or make poor food choices which takes them out of a calorie deficit, these drugs will have minimal impact on weight loss.

Why you need to see a dietitian if you are on Semaglutide?

1. You need to make sure you are getting enough protein to protect muscle loss. These drugs help place you in a calorie deficit therefore protein intake can be compromised.

2. Make sure you are eating enough vitamins and minerals for significantly reduced calorie load, such as iron and calcium.

3. You will need guidance to teach you how to eat for appetite cues and not whenever you want.

4. You will need to support your metabolic function long term, so you don’t regain weight after you stop taking semaglutide.

5. You need advice on the right mix of movement, diet and exercise while on semaglutide to protect muscle mass and metabolic health, which will then lead to a solid transition plan after you stop taking the drug.

We need to minimise muscle mass loss, otherwise at the end of the treatment time, you will have less muscle mass than when you first started.

Peter Attia, a physician who focuses on the science of longevity, claims that "almost every patient we put on this drug [semaglutide] has lost muscle mass at a rate that alarms me."

Muscle is precious. We need to look after it. It is metabolically active tissue and it dies a great job at soaking up carbs and helps reduce insulin resistance, plus it keeps you strong and looking amazing!

The only way to get muscle back is through resistance training and eating adequate protein to drive muscle protein synthesis, so it is best to not lose it in the first place.

Ready to Change the Things You Can Change?

So, you're wanting to jumpstart your weight loss journey, and you've hit that point where you're swimming in a sea of options.

From diet plans to workout routines and pills, there are so many choices, and you are unsure where to start.

You've been down the rabbit hole of research, scrolling through a ton of success stories, but it's like there's this missing puzzle piece to make it uniquely yours.

Maybe it's time to have a heart-to-heart with someone who's got the inside information.

Whether you're up for swapping foodie secrets, diving into exercise plans, or even considering the hot topic of the town, Semaglutide – you are after some pro advice.

Making the decision to have that chat with a healthcare professional is your first bold step toward a game-changing transformation. 💪✨

Reflection

Reflection today is the serenity prayer “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can change and the wisdom to know the difference”.

The Team at Bolder Women 💪