More than half of American adults report being on a diet. However, despite their best efforts, most people who lose weight regain it or quit too early to see results.
Dieting is notoriously tricky. Completely restricting certain food groups almost always results in binge eating those foods later. Unlike quitting a substance, with food, you can’t stop eating.
Whether the cause of your weight gain is a psychological addiction to food or a hormone imbalance that impacts your hunger cues, Ozempic® can help.
Ozempic is a medication primarily used for treating type 2 diabetes, with appetite suppression as a side effect.
At North Tex MedCare Clinic and Urgent Care, Dr. Frank Lee understands the struggle many Americans go through when they diet and see very few results. If you are carrying excess weight that doesn’t seem to go away despite numerous attempts at dieting, read on to learn more about Ozempic, what to expect, and who’s a good candidate.
Ozempic works by mimicking the action of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), a hormone that regulates appetite. When taking Ozempic, the stomach emptying slows down, making you feel fuller for longer, even with fewer calories. As a result, you will naturally feel the need to eat less, leading to a sustained caloric deficit that, over time, causes weight loss.
Ozempic results vary, with studies showing that some people can lose 5% to 20% of their body fat in the first 6 months of treatment.
Ozempic is safe for many people when used correctly. While you may experience side effects (such as nausea, diarrhea, or constipation), these usually go away on their own as your body adjusts to the medication.
In addition, most people in studies find the side effects to be mild or even nonexistent. Severe side effects are rare and can usually be avoided by screening patients for the treatment.
In other words, losing weight on Ozempic is a comfortable experience, as side effects are mild and temporary, and the results are easy to achieve. Due to appetite suppression, you won’t feel hungry all the time. And because Ozempic regulates blood sugar levels, you’ll have a steady stream of energy, even on a caloric deficit.
Weight loss is not only a cosmetic concern. Fitting into your old pants may feel good, but from a medical perspective, being at a healthy body fat level also reduces the risk for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes.
If you struggle with losing weight and want to get healthier, contact us to schedule an appointment. After a comprehensive examination, Dr. Lee determines whether you’re a good candidate for Ozempic.