Weight Loss

This is not a diet. Tips 1 and 2 are mandatory. Following these guidelines will greatly help you succeed. This medication will change your brain, your stomach, and insulin metabolism.

The goal is to eat real food, the foods you enjoy, just less of them. The medication will help you accomplish this by reducing your cravings and your desire to overeat.

  1. Eat a high-protein breakfast within 1.5 hours of waking: 2 eggs and a piece of toast is an example of an easy, high protein breakfast. Aim for 20+ grams of protein)
  2. Do not consume artificial sweeteners or diet products of any kind. Examples of diet products include labels that say low calorie, low sugar, sugar free or diet. Examples of artificial sweeteners are Aspartame (NutraSweet, Equal), Saccharin (Sweet 'N Low), Sucralose (Splenda), Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit), Stevia (Truvia, PureVia and similar), Pre-made protein shakes (Premiere Protein and similar). If you consume these foods, your brain will interpret them as sugar, which spikes insulin and drives fat into your cells making your body hold onto fat. Artificial sweeteners will make you hungry and hinder your weight loss progress.
  3. Consume a minimum of 700 calories a day in 3 separate meals: Prioritize 20+ grams of protein at each meal to prevent muscle loss. Examples of proteins are lunch meat, chicken, fish or cheese. Lunch: At lunch time, eat a small meal. Example of a simple small lunch is 1 piece bread, lunch meat (protein), tomato, lettuce and a condiment. Dinner: Eat what you normally eat for dinner but smaller portions. You will find you will eat less than half of the volume you used to eat. Do not continue to eat if you feel full. Snacks: Do not deprive yourself of a craving, just don't overdo it! If you want a cookie, eat it, but don't eat the whole box! The medication will decrease cravings and reduce the desire to overeat, including over-eating snacks.
  4. Do not overeat! Eat small portions throughout the day. If you overeat on these medications, you will feel sick. You may experience heartburn, nausea, and indigestion. Cut down on your portions until those feelings subside.

5 - Exercise is not mandatory, but a 30-minute walk, 3-5 times per week, will increase your weight loss by 1.5 - 2 pounds per month.


FAQ

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  • How the injection works?

    GLP-1 agonists work  enhancing the release of insulin and reducing the release of glucagon. The combination of these actions leads to glucose homeostasis, which triggers the burning of fat storage for energy.

  • How often should I take this medication?

    GLP-1 injections are weekly (in some cases twice a week). The exact dosage for your treatment will be given to you when you pick up the medication.

  • Do you accept insurance for this type of treatment?

    No, all services provided by Advanced Aesthetics are private and are not covered by insurance.

  • What are common side effects?

    • Thirst
    • Nausea
    • Constipation
    • Weakness / Fatigue

  • How long will I need the medication?

    This will vary depending on your goals and changes made during the time you are on the medication. 

  • What is the best medication?

    There is no better medication, we have cases in which the patient adapts better to one than the other. This will be discussed with you when we have the results of your exams.