Semaglutide is a new and innovative weight loss medication that is transforming lives. As a hormone clinic focused on patient health and wellbeing, Balance Health Clinic in Fleetwood, North Carolina is excited to offer semaglutide for medically supervised weight management. Read on to learn all about this breakthrough treatment option.
Semaglutide is an injectable peptide hormone that regulates blood sugar levels and appetite. As a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, semaglutide slows digestion and suppresses appetite signals to the brain. This leads to:
Clinical studies have shown semaglutide can help people lose 15-17% of their body weight over 68 weeks when combined with counseling on diet and exercise. Benefits include:
Semaglutide represents an important advancement in medical weight loss solutions. Keep reading to learn more about treatment protocols.
Getting tested for hormone imbalances is critical prior to starting semaglutide or any medical weight loss program. Key lab tests include:
Understanding your hormone baseline provides insight on factors influencing metabolism, hunger signals, fatigue, and weight changes. Our physicians can accurately diagnose and treat deficiencies to help optimize treatment success. We also review medications and medical history for obesity risk factors.
By correcting hormone imbalances beforehand, patients are set up for better and safer weight loss on semaglutide.
Balance Health Clinic provides customized semaglutide plans to meet each patient's unique needs and health circumstances. We partner with you at every stage – from lab testing and hormone optimization through reaching your goals.
Our standard protocols feature:
Treatment begins with the lowest effective semaglutide dose, increased incrementally over 8-12 weeks for tailored management of hunger/cravings. We teach you to properly mix and inject semaglutide shots subcutaneously.
Most patients remain on maintenance dosage for 9-12 months as they adopt sustainable lifestyle changes. We provide:
Through our integrative approach, Balance Health Clinic empowers you to achieve ambitious weight loss targets of 15% body weight safely and confidently.
How does semaglutide compare to other medical treatments for losing weight?
Semaglutide offers key advantages:
Check out this comparison:
| Treatment | Avg % Weight Loss | HbA1c Reduction | Concerns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semaglutide | 15-17% | 1.5% | GI side effects |
| Liraglutide | 5-10% | 0.6-1.0% | Gallbladder, pancreatitis risk |
| Orlistat | 3% | Minimal | Oily stools, GI issues |
| Phentermine | 7% | N/A | Addiction, cardiovascular effects |
As shown, semaglutide outperforms competitors on efficacy and diabetes risk reduction metrics. The most common side effect is temporary nausea, but this diminishes over time for most patients.
For qualifying individuals struggling with excess weight, semaglutide is an excellent option providing life-changing results. Let's dive into the injection process next.
Receiving semaglutide shots might seem intimidating initially. However, our nurses teach you to become comfortable with self-injecting in just a few steps:
Preparation
Injection Procedure
The needle itself is very short and fine, making it a relatively painless experience. Many find injecting semaglutide no more troublesome than "pinpricks" from diabetes glucose meters or insulin administration.
We coach you through each element until you feel fully capable self-injecting at home. Most patients even report looking forward to shots knowing the weight loss and health improvements they stimulate!
Achieving ambitious health goals requires commitment across multiple areas of life. Alongside semaglutide therapy, we provide customized guidance to patients on implementing lifestyle adjustments for boosting results.
Key areas to address include:
With adequate support in all spheres of health, semaglutide's effects accelerate greatly. Our team customizes supplementary wellness plans to actualize your best self!
Hearing about other people's journeys provides inspiration. Here are a few examples of real Balance Health Clinic patients who transformed their health with semaglutide:
Sarah J. – Lost 75 lbs (17% of body weight) over 9 months with improved stamina for chasing after twin toddlers...
Michael G. – Dropped 40 lbs and no longer needs CPAP machine or diabetes meds after decades of struggling with weight...
Jessica H. - Regained confidence and freedom in her body after losing 48 lbs following knee replacement surgery...
Their stories showcase the multi-faceted benefits possible with semaglutide weight management beyond just a number on a scale. We welcome anyone on their path toward reclaiming optimal wellness.
Semaglutide weight loss therapy offered by the qualified physicians at Balance Health Clinic represents a safe, effective, and life-changing solution for individuals struggling with excess weight and related health issues. By combining semaglutide injections with comprehensive hormone testing, lifestyle coaching, and an integrative approach, patients can achieve significant and sustainable weight loss along with improvements in energy, confidence, disease risk, and overall wellbeing. If you are ready to transform your health, we encourage you to explore semaglutide treatment at Balance Health Clinic.
