Weight Loss Management

Semaglutide and Terzepatide are medications that research has shown can be effective in aiding weight loss. Originally developed to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, these medications have been found to have the additional benefit of helping people lose weight, even if they don't have diabetes.

Here are four key ways these medications work to support weight loss.

1. Appetite Control: GLP-1 receptor agonists work in the brain to reduce feelings of hunger and increase feelings of fullness. This means that when you take these medications, you're less likely to feel hungry, so you eat less overall.

2. Slowing Digestion: These drugs also slow down the emptying of the stomach and the digestion process. This helps to keep you feeling full for longer after eating, so you're less likely to snack or overeat between meals.

3. Regulating Blood Sugar: By helping to control blood sugar levels, these medications can also reduce cravings for sugary and high-carbohydrate foods, which can contribute to weight loss.

4. Increased Energy Expenditure: Some studies suggest that these drugs may also increase the body's energy expenditure, meaning you burn more calories even at rest.