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GLP-1 Weight Loss

Semaglutide

FDA-approved GLP-1 agonist for sustainable, medically-supervised weight loss.

Weekly subcutaneous injection
Physician-supervised

Overview

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist (the active ingredient in Ozempic® and Wegovy®) approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. VitaFlow's program pairs weekly injections with physician oversight, nutrition guidance and body-composition tracking to protect lean mass.

Key benefits

  • Average 10–15% total body weight reduction over 6–12 months
  • Reduced appetite and food noise
  • Improved HbA1c and metabolic markers
  • Physician-supervised titration and monitoring
  • Complementary nutrition and lifestyle coaching

How it works

Weekly subcutaneous self-injection with a stepwise dose escalation starting at 0.25 mg. Monthly follow-ups track weight, labs, side effects and body composition.

Mechanism

GLP-1 receptor agonism slows gastric emptying, enhances insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon and acts centrally on appetite regulation in the hypothalamus.

Who is this for

  • Adults with BMI ≥27 with comorbidities, or BMI ≥30
  • Patients who have tried lifestyle programs without success
  • Type 2 diabetes patients (co-managed with endocrinology)

Considerations & safety

Contraindicated in personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2. Common: nausea, constipation, reflux — usually dose-related and transient. Monitor for pancreatitis and gallbladder disease.

This page is educational and not medical advice. All VitaFlow protocols require evaluation by a licensed Florida physician.

Frequently asked

How much weight can I expect to lose?+

STEP trial data averages ~15% at 68 weeks; individual results vary.

Do I lose muscle?+

Some lean mass loss is expected. Our program includes protein guidance, amino IVs and resistance-training support.

How long do I stay on it?+

Duration is individualized; many patients use it 6–18 months with a maintenance plan.

Will weight come back after stopping?+

Regain is common without continued lifestyle change — our program plans for the exit.

Insurance?+

Coverage varies; we offer transparent self-pay pricing.

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