Why We focus on the Health Benefits and Not the Looks
At Weight Reduction MD, “We focus on your HEALTH, not just your weight”. We would like to explain why that is an important distinction. There has been a lot of negative press regarding Semaglutide (trade name Ozempic) popularized by Hollywood stars and influencers. It has been criticized for being used for image and looks and as a “quick fix”. But at Weight Reduction MD we realize that Semaglutide has incredible health benefits with a proven history and scientific research studies to back up the claim.
To date, most weight loss plans, magic bullets, and supplements have been not proven to be effective. They have claimed “scientific” studies which have NOT been true clinical studies. They based their research on anecdotal reports and testimonials. Others like Fen-Phen had serious long-term side effects. But Semaglutide and its class of GLP-1’s have had excellent scientific controlled studies to support them. They have been used in millions of people for many years showing minimal long-term adverse health effects. Below are some of the studies showing the health benefits supporting Semaglutide.
Semaglutide FDA approval
Semaglutide was developed in 2012 and after years of research was approved by the FDA in 2017 to stabilize blood glucose in type 2 diabetics. Doctors noticed that patients had a beneficial side effect of weight loss. Subsequently, It was approved by the FDA in 2021 for weight loss. We would like to emphasize that to get FDA approval for a medication the drug must go through the most rigorous testing and research in the world. This is NOT the case for nutraceuticals such as diet pills and supplements. Semaglutide and its class of drugs have under-gone controlled scientific research studies to support them.
Diabetic Benefits
Semaglutide was initially developed to successfully control diabetic blood sugars. GLP-1’s play a crucial role in glucose control by stimulating insulin secretion and inhibiting glucagon release. They have been shown to reduce the HBA1C levels which are used to measure the effectiveness of diabetes treatment. What’s even more exciting is that Semaglutide has been shown to reduce the chances of actually getting type 2 diabetes by 60%. Wouldn’t you want to prevent diabetes rather than treat it after it has arrived and caused damage? We at Weight Reduction MD think so. This is for your health, not just for how you look. But of course the side effect of looking and feeling better will be a bonus!
Heart Health
Semaglutide has been shown to improve blood pressure, cholesterol and cardiovascular events such as heart attacks, stroke and congestive heart failure. The most recent study called the SELECT trial having over 17,000 patients completed in November 2023 showed a statistically significant 20% reduction in risk of major adverse cardiac events consisting of cardiovascular death, nonfatal heart attacks, and strokes, compared with placebo over just a 38 month period.
Metabolic Health
Semaglutide has been extensively studied for its metabolic benefits, particularly in the context of type 2 diabetes and weight management. It improves glycemic control, promotes weight loss, and may have positive effects on various metabolic parameters.
Brain Health
Some studies suggest that GLP-1 receptor agonists (to which Semaglutide belongs) may have neuroprotective effects. Experimental studies suggest this may involve mechanisms related to inflammation and oxidative stress reduction. Additionally, there have been early studies showing potential benefits in Parkinson disease.
Cravings and Addiction Benefits
GLP-1 receptor agonists have been explored for their potential role in managing substance use disorders, possibly through effects on reward pathways in the brain. Food craving has been shown to be reduced with Semaglutide and these same reward systems in our brain are connected to addictive tendencies.
Other benefits
Several other benefits of Semaglutide have been researched and can be explored by the reader are feelings of well being, decreased inflammation, and potential joint disease and pain reduction.
Overall, studies estimate that over 93 million US adults can benefit from Semaglutide medication treatment. This is why at Weight Reduction MD we are dedicated and excited to provide you with the most cost effective and closely managed Semaglutide treatment options. We want to treat your HEALTH, not your weight. But are happy to see you reduce weight, look better and feel better about yourself. Contact us now at WEIGHTreductionMD@GMAIL.COM
