A Functional Medicine Approach to Weight Loss
At Total Wellness Health Care, we offer a patient-focused approach to our medical weight loss services, taking into account your unique metabolic needs. Our comprehensive medical weight loss program begins with a functional medicine approach and includes a detailed blood work analysis to rule out any underlying metabolic conditions that might be affecting your weight control.
Regain Control of Your Body
We empower you with the right tools for lifestyle modifications, including establishing healthy eating habits and incorporating sustainable physical activities, to help you take back control of your weight and your life. Our team is committed to designing a safe and effective weight loss plan for you, equipping you with the knowledge and the tools to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Introducing Semaglutide and Tirzepatide for Weight Loss
Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are GLP-1 agonists designed for weight loss and given as weekly subcutaneous injections. Initially developed to enhance glycemic control in type 2 diabetics alongside diet and exercise, it achieves this by promoting the growth of beta cells in the pancreas, responsible for insulin production.
More recently, high-dose (2.4mg) Semaglutide has been examined for non-diabetic individuals grappling with obesity. The STEP trial, featured in The New England Journal of Medicine, reported that over 50 percent of participants shed 15 percent of their body weight, with 33 to 40 percent achieving a remarkable 20 percent weight loss. Semaglutide's mechanism of delaying gastric emptying, achieved by reducing glucagon secretion in a glucose-dependent manner, contributes to appetite suppression, better eating control, and decreased food cravings.
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Set up a consultation with Dr. Jepma at Total Wellness Health Care. We offer both in-person and virtual consultations to accommodate your needs and preferences.