The Struggle Is Real
Weight loss can be so difficult. Embarking on a weight loss journey can be daunting, especially if you’ve been in the cycle of losing weight and gaining it back again. While the prospect of trying to lose and maintain your weight one more time may seem disheartening, achieving your goals has never been more attainable because of advancements in medical science.
Treating Obesity As A Disease
In 2013 the American Medical Association classified obesity as a disease. Although there has been passionate discourse about this classification, as medical science has learned more about obesity, it has become clear that obesity responds to medical treatment. One of the factors supporting the classification of obesity as a disease has been the recent success of medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide in both affecting weight loss and in making that weight loss sustainable. These medications have changed the landscape of weight management clinically and will, hopefully, begin to dispel some of the stigma associated with obesity.
Medical Weight Management
In 2021 semaglutide was approved by the FDA under the brand name Wegovy as a medication that could be used to help people with weight loss. Tirzepatide, under the brand name was Mounjaro, was approved in 2023. Both medications were originally approved to treat type 2 diabetes, but have the additional benefit of providing a metabolic boost that aids in weight loss.
Both are classified as GLP-1 medications which imitate hormones related to digestion. These hormones, called glucagon-like peptide-1 hormones, send signals throughout the body to trigger feelings of hunger and fullness. By targeting specific receptors in the brain, gut, and pancreas, semaglutide and tirzepatide:
- Regulate appetite
- Slow gastric emptying
- Enhance insulin sensitivity
which all lead to weight loss.
The Benefits Of Using Semaglutide Or Tirzepatide
There are many risks associated with being overweight. Excess weight can lead to:
- Sleep apnea
- High blood pressure
- Cardiovascular disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Inflammatory conditions
- Depression
Research has found that obesity can be as devastating to the body as cancer . It has even been linked to some cancers.
The effectiveness of semaglutide and tirzepatide indicates that being overweight isn’t a moral issue, nor does it signify a personal failing. The success created by using these medications strongly supports the research showing that obesity is successfully managed when treated as a chronic disease.
Choosing Medical Support
There are many reasons to choose medical support for weight loss. A few of them include:
- Improvement in biomarkers including blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol
- Sustainable lifestyle changes because GLP-1 medications help regulate cravings and feelings of fullness for a longer period of time
- The convenience of one injection per week
- Personalization of dosage and treatment
- Losing significant amounts of weight as a result of your efforts
Finesse Beauty & Wellness Medspa
Finesse Beauty & Wellness Medspa in Amherst, NY offers medically supervised and supported weight loss programs, including prescribing semaglutide and tirzepatide. We will consult with you, order blood work if you haven’t had any in the last three months, and talk with you about past weight loss attempts. Our program is designed to help you lose weight and sustain that weight loss long-term. Contact us for more information.
Disclaimer: The information contained here was not written by a medical doctor and is intended for informational purposes only. This is not a substitute for medical advice.
