Semaglutide is an important new medication used to treat diabetes and promote weight loss. It helps lower blood sugar and A1C levels while also reducing appetite and calories absorbed. Semaglutide works by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which regulates blood sugar and food intake.
At Vitality Balance Clinic, we offer semaglutide shots as part of comprehensive health and wellness programs. We create customized plans to help patients lose weight safely, boost energy, balance hormones, and improve overall health.
Semaglutide shots provide life-changing benefits including:
Vitality Balance Clinic was founded right here in Winter Park to provide cutting edge therapies in a safe, comfortable setting. Our advantage includes:
The first step is a consultation and assessment. We:
Next we create your personalized plan including:
Semaglutide, sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, was originally developed as a treatment for diabetes but has shown remarkable effectiveness for weight loss, with people losing on average 12-15% of their body weight over 68 weeks in clinical trials. Its weight loss effects seem to result from acting on appetite centers in the brain rather than just by metabolic changes in the body.
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist medication that works via 3 key mechanisms:1. Appetite suppression - Activates areas of the brain that regulate food intake resulting in feelings of fullness and satisfaction with smaller portions. This promotes calorie deficit critical for fat burn.2. Slowed digestion - Delays stomach emptying so food energy is absorbed more slowly. This too supports reduced caloric intake long term.3. Fat cell changes - Directly alters fat cell metabolism to preferentially burn fat stores for energy vs muscle. Fat cells also begin releasing less fatty acids overall.Together these effects make safe, consistent fat loss achievable without constant hunger or cravings.
- Most common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (usually resolving in 4-8 weeks)- Can be mitigated via slow ramp up dosing- Other side effects are generally mildVitality Balance Clinic practitioners carefully manage dosing and side effects for patient safety and comfort. Its important to stay well hydrated and notify your provider about concerning symptoms.
In clinical studies, semaglutide patients lost average 12-15% body weight over the course of 6 months which translates to:- Losing 25 lbs starting from 200 lbs- Losing 40 lbs starting from 300 lbsOf course, results vary based on dosage, diet, fitness regimen and more but these benchmarks demonstrate semaglutide's impressive efficacy.
Early indicators show you are responding:- Decreased appetite and food cravings in 1-4 weeks- Feeling of fullness eating less in 2-6 weeks- Weight loss of 3-5% body weight in 6-8 weeksAs the medication accumulates and dosage increases, weight loss accelerates. Dieting before shots begin may offers a slight head start burning stored fat.
While semaglutide does the metabolic "heavy lifting", lifestyle choices profoundly impact long term weight maintenance. We offer guidance to:
Focus diet on lean proteins, fiber rich produce, healthy fats and complex carbs to nourish the body while promoting fat burn.
Regular movement builds calorie deficit, burns visceral fat, maintains muscle mass and boosts metabolism. Start slowly and build up endurance.
Adequate sleep regulates hormones that control hunger and satiety. Poor sleep sabotages willpower increasing junk food cravings.
High cortisol drives visceral abdominal weight gain, insulin resistance, inflammation and disease. Carve out time daily to press pause.
Limit alcohol which provides empty calories and suppresses fat metabolism. Quit smoking which spikes cortisol and blood sugar.
While undergoing semaglutide therapy, take advantage of Winter Park's wonderful amenities supporting your goals:
Convenient blood testing including hormone panels & nutrient status checks before and during therapy.
Friendly neighborhood gym offering personal training and a wide variety of weekly classes like yoga, spin and Zumba.
This local hotspot features diverse healthy cuisine options emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Unwind surrounded by nature walking the Leu Gardens peaceful trails & boardwalks - a Winter Park gem!
If the journey unearths unresolved emotions, trauma or inner critics, seek support through counseling. Healing past hurts helps clear the path ahead.
Reach out anytime with questions about our semaglutide program or to schedule a consultation. Our passionate clinicians are here to help you achieve your boldest wellness visions - call today!
