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Our medical weight loss centers offer a range of options to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals. One such option is Saxenda, which is a prescription medication that helps to reduce hunger and cravings, leading to weight loss. It is a once-daily injection that is taken subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Saxenda can be used as an adjunct to a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.

Another option offered by medical weight loss clinics is Wegovy, which is a prescription medication that helps with weight in a similar manner to Saxaenda but it is a once-weekly injection instead of a daily injection. As stated, it is a once-weekly injection that is taken subcutaneously in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Wegovy can be used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet (or low-carb diet) and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.

Phentermine is another option that is often offered at our clinic as a medically supervised weight loss program. It is a prescription medication that helps with weight loss by decreasing appetite. It is typically taken as a capsule or tablet and should be taken on an empty stomach before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast. Phentermine can be used for a short period of time (a few weeks) as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet (or low-carb diet) and increased physical activity for weight loss. It is generally recommended for individuals with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.

Saxenda Approval by FDA for Weight Loss

Saxenda (liraglutide) is a prescription medication that was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of obesity, along with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It was initially approved in 2014 for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, and in 2015, the FDA expanded the approval to include weight loss.

Saxenda is a once-daily injection that is taken subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. It is a form of a hormone called GLP-1, which is naturally occurring in the body and helps to regulate appetite and metabolism. By mimicking the action of GLP-1, Saxenda can help to reduce hunger and cravings, leading to weight loss.

Saxenda is indicated for use in adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.

Saxenda is the weight loss version of another medication used for Type 2 Diabetes named Victoza.

Wegovy Approval by FDA for Weight Loss

Wegovy (semaglutide) is a prescription medication that was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of obesity, along with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It was approved in 2021 for the treatment of obesity and is the first once-weekly injection to receive approval for this indication.

Wegovy is a once-weekly injection that is taken subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. It is a form of a hormone called GLP-1, which is naturally occurring in the body and helps to regulate appetite and metabolism. By mimicking the action of GLP-1, Wegovy can help to reduce hunger and cravings, leading to weight loss.

Wegovy is indicated for use in adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol. It is important to note that Wegovy is not a replacement for a healthy diet and increased physical activity, and should be used as an adjunct to these lifestyle changes. It is also important to speak with a healthcare provider before starting any weight loss program to determine the best course of action for your individual needs and to ensure the safety of the medication.

Wegovy is the weight loss version of another medication used for type 2 diabetes named Ozempic.

Phentermine Approval by FDA for Weight Loss

Phentermine is a prescription medication that was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of obesity, along with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It is a sympathomimetic amine, which means it stimulates the sympathetic nervous system and can decrease appetite. It was first approved by the FDA in 1959 and has been used for the treatment of obesity for over 60 years.

Phentermine is typically taken as a capsule or tablet and should be taken on an empty stomach before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast. It is generally recommended for use in individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol. It is important to note that phentermine is a short-term treatment and should not be used for more than a few weeks at a time.

Summary of Differences between Saxenda, Wegovy and Phentermine for Weight Management

Saxenda, Wegovy, and Phentermine are all prescription medications that can be used as adjuncts to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for the treatment of obesity. However, there are some key differences between these medications:

Dosage frequency: Saxenda is a once-daily injection, while Wegovy is a once-weekly injection. Phentermine is taken orally, typically as a capsule or tablet, and should be taken once a day before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast.
Mechanism of action: Saxenda and Wegovy are both forms of a hormone called GLP-1, which helps to regulate appetite and metabolism. By mimicking the action of GLP-1, these medications can help to reduce hunger and cravings, leading to weight loss. Phentermine, on the other hand, is a sympathomimetic amine, which means it stimulates the sympathetic nervous system and can decrease appetite.
Indications: Saxenda and Wegovy are indicated for use in adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol. Phentermine is generally recommended for use in individuals with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition.
Duration of treatment: Saxenda and Wegovy are intended for chronic weight management and can be used long-term. Phentermine, on the other hand, is a short-term treatment and should not be used for more than a few weeks at a time.

It is important to note that our medical weight loss programs and the aforementioned medications should be used as a supplement to a healthy diet and increased physical activity, and not as a replacement for these lifestyle changes. It is also important to speak with a healthcare provider before starting any weight loss program to determine the best course of action for your individual needs and to ensure the safety of any prescribed medications.

Medical Weight Loss based on Metabolic Health

We offer the latest medical modalities related to rapid weight loss and optimal energy metabolism.

Our experienced medical professionals can assist you with structuring an individualized weight loss program built upon years of experience. Our aim is to maximize your results while at the same time improving your health.

Fad diets are a thing of the past. New scientific research has elucidated more clearly never before insights into healthy nutritional weight loss with proper ketosis as one of the best methods of weight loss without slowing metabolism.

Individualized Diet Programs

Our medical professionals are knowledgeable in advanced dieting protocols as well as the latest scientific research. These include:

Saxenda / Wegovy / Ozempic GLP-1 Injections.
Coaching on intermittent fasting, fasting-mimicking among others.
Appetite suppressants like Phentermine, Saxenda, and Wegovy.
Ketogenic Dieting
Modified Atkins Insulin Control w/ Push-Pull Induction Cycling.
Blood sugar and Insulin focus to accelerate fat-loss
Physiological nutrient controls to manage “hanger” and metabolism
Hormone Replacement & Optimization when obesity-related hormone deficiency is observed.

Our Difference - About Historical Weight Loss Programs

Historically weight loss was simplified to basic eating less, and exercising more. The famous calories in and calories out model for fat loss. Even in modern times, with so much new scientific research published in the last 5 years on energy metabolism, many consensus-based medical practitioners and registered dieticians remain behind the curve on new evidence, and that inducing a state of ketosis is what burns fat off the human body.

One approach does not fit everyone’s individual lifestyle, so we offer individualized programs. Our focus is achieving healthy fat loss without hampering long-term energy metabolism leading to a rebound weight-gain effect.

The old “eat less and exercise more” paradigm promoted in the famous Biggest Loser television show was shown to not work long-term in follow-up research. Contestants in the show lost weight but gained it all back and then some. Our objective is to teach you how to keep it off by educating you on how to control your energy metabolism with proper food choices.

Struggles with Weight Loss in the Past?

If you have tried and failed weight-loss programs before, don’t stop searching for the answer. Do not allow misinformed doctors and dieticians to tell you that you are not doing enough. Many were instructed on outdated weight-loss principles when being trained in their respective universities.

Understand that much of weight-loss science described over the past 50 years or more was primarily based upon a flawed weight-loss paradigm focusing on calories consumed minus calories expended.

This outdated weight-management model helped lead us to an obesity epidemic where nearly 70% of more are now overweight and/or obese.

While parts of the calorie intake minus calorie expenditure model hold true, we understand much better today than before how energy metabolism controls how we use our calorie intake due to complex hormone signaling, and their roles in fat storage and energy metabolism.

Our objective is to teach you how to manage insulin levels. Insulin is the fat storage hormone.

The Role of Insulin in Fat Storage.

Long-term fat loss and weight loss are more about controlling insulin and controlling calories. Once you have the knowledge of how to monitor yourself properly, making decisions about what to eat become much easier. Compliance with weight loss protocols becomes easier for you.

This is why: Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps to regulate glucose levels in the body. When we eat, the body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose, which is then absorbed into the bloodstream. In response, the pancreas releases insulin, which helps to move glucose from the bloodstream into cells where it can be used for energy.

More importantly, for weight loss is to understand that insulin plays a role in your fat storage. When there is excess glucose in the bloodstream, insulin helps to promote the synthesis and storage of fat in adipose tissue (fat cells). This helps to prevent high levels of glucose from accumulating in the bloodstream, which can be harmful. However, if the body is consistently producing too much insulin, it can lead to an excess of fat storage, which can contribute to weight gain and other health problems such as insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

We need to control blood sugars and insulting be zeroing in on the proper food choices to regulate the blood sugar/insulin axis.

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