Semaglutide is a prescription medication that belongs to the class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs). It is has been FDA approved to used to treat type 2 diabetes since 2017 and was found to be a powerful tool for weight loss. Semaglutide works by mimicking the action of the GLP-1 hormone already present in the body. This hormone helps regulate blood sugar levels by: stimulating insulin secretion (lowers blood sugar), reducing glucagon production (raises blood sugar), and slowing down gastric emptying which promotes a feeling of fullness. By activating GLP-1 receptors, semaglutide helps lower blood sugar levels, improve glycemic control, and may also lead to weight loss.
It is important to note that semaglutide should be used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes lifestyle modification with diet and exercise. Although a powerful weighltoss tool, once stopped any weight lossed will likely return if healthy lifestyle habits are not in place. Alchemy Aesthetic’s semaglutide is compounded with a form of B12 called methylcobalamin which plays a crucial role in metabolism. It is involved in the conversion of food into energy by aiding in the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
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