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3300 lbs of fat lost by our patients, since June 2023! With an average weight loss of 22lbs per patient!

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What is GLP-1? 

If you watch any tv at all, you’ve probably seen commercials for the incredibly popular diabetes drug. In conjunction with treating diabetes, it’s now being used as an incredibly effective weight loss drug called GLP-1. The search for safe and effective weight loss medications, drugs, and routines seems to be never ending. GLP-1 was approved by the FDA in 2021 and has quickly become one of the most popular weight loss drugs ever. 
 

It’s not a miracle drug, and is not for everyone. Our RN (with the support of our medical team) will work with you to decide if it’s right for you and your goals. You should be wary of anybody offering it without a consultation. Our GLP-1 medication is compounded with L-carnatine to support fat metabolism. Weight loss expectations (for most, not all) should be 1-2lbs per week.

 

How does GLP-1 work? 

 
Now for some “boring” stuff:  GLP-1 is a class of medication known as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, or GLP-1 RAs. It mimics a hormone released in our gut in response to eating. One job of GLP-1 is to prompt the body into making insulin, which aids in reducing blood sugar (hence why it’s marketed as a diabetes drug). After 15 years of using the drug to treat diabetes, researchers found that higher levels of GLP-1 interacts with the parts of the brain that suppress appetite, making you feel more full. When used in conjunction with proper diet and exercise, significant weight loss can occur in people who are overweight or even obese. 
 
An early study of 2000 obese adults compared people using GLP-1 medication in conjunction with lifestyle changes (diet and exercise) to those who just made lifestyle changes without the drug. After 68 weeks, half of the participants using GLP-1 lose 15% of their body weight, and nearly a third lost 20% or more. Participants who only made the lifestyle changes lost about 2.4% of their weight. 
 

 

Are there side effects with GLP-1 injections?

 
As with most new drugs, yes there are side effects, but they are typically mild. Especially when compared to the complications that can come with obesity. Some of the side effects may include: 
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • GI issues
  • Headache
  • Nausea

GI issues are the most common among people starting GLP-1. Our trained staff will work closely with you on the dosage to resolve any issues as quickly as possible. 

Who is a good candidate for GLP-1? 

The FDA recommends GLp-1 for weight loss if you meet the following criteria: 

  • Have a body mass index (BMI) of 27kg/m2 or greater and at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol
  • BMI of 30kg/m2 or greater

Avoid GLP-1 if you have: 

  • History of thyroid cancer
  • History of pancreatitis
  • Galbladder disease
 
If you have any questions or would like to know if you are a good candidate for GLP-1 injections, please give us a call at 303.469.0064 or send us an email.