Obesity is a serious health issue that affects more than 2 in 5 adults in the U.S. and is associated with increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Losing 5-10% of your body weight through diet and exercise has been associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in adults with obesity. While there is no magic pill to cure obesity, new weight loss medications (like semaglutide) have been shown to help patients achieve and sustain their healthy weight.
What Is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a type of GLP-1 medication that gained traction in the medical community for its ability to lower blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Doctors incidentally began figuring out that it seemed to help with weight loss.
How Does Semaglutide Work for Weight Loss?
Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) that regulates blood sugar levels. If your blood sugar rises, the hormone tells the pancreas to produce insulin, which lowers blood sugar levels. GLP-1 also decreases “gastric emptying,” the process by which the stomach contents are moved into the small intestine, increasing the feeling of satiety by making one feel fuller faster and longer.
Red Mountain Weight Loss®’ Licensed Medical Providers prescribe semaglutide (a type of GLP-1) because it has been shown to help patients achieve long-term success when combined with a healthy diet and exercise. It is available as a weekly shot or daily tablet and is featured in our GLP Elite™ weight loss program, which includes a diet plan with a balance of lean proteins, vegetables, and healthy fats, and the freedom to experience a more active lifestyle.
GLP Elite™ Weight Loss Program
Our GLP Elite™ weight loss program can help you lose up to 15 lbs. per month! This fast and flexible 2-step program is ideal for patients who desire a more balanced approach to weight loss. The GLP Elite™ program includes:
- An individualized diet plan with a wide range of food options
- Weekly Fat Burner+ Boosters
- Monthly consultations with our Clinical Team
- Lifetime maintenance to sustain your results long-term
At Red Mountain, we strive to take the struggle away from losing weight by providing everything you need for success, so you can finally experience a real breakthrough — for life! As the largest medical weight loss practice in the U.S., Red Mountain has supported over a million patients in achieving their weight loss goals. Our medically-proven rapid weight loss programs and individualized solutions empower patients to get to their healthiest selves.
We are here to support you as you take the first step on your weight loss journey toward a healthier and happier you. Book an appointment to find out if GLP Elite™ is right for you.
