Semaglutide (Injection)

What It Is: Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics your body’s natural satiety hormone to help regulate appetite, reduce food intake, and support consistent fat loss.

How It Works: Semaglutide works in the brain and gut to:

• Slow gastric emptying (you stay full longer)
• Signal the brain you’ve eaten enough
• Reduce the brain’s reward-driven eating (aka emotional or binge eating)

Clinical Details:

• Subcutaneous injection once per week
• Dosing is gradually increased to minimize GI side effects (nausea, bloating)
• Common side effects: mild nausea, constipation—usually resolves with dose adjustment

Benefits:

• 10–18% weight loss in 3–6 months
• Helps control portions and eliminate overeating
• Promotes better food awareness and hunger cues
• Can improve blood lipids, energy, and sleep
• Supports a healthier relationship with food

Who It’s For: Ideal for moderate weight loss (10–30 lbs), especially those struggling with cravings, large portions, or slow metabolism.