These medications are custom made
GLP-1 Glucagon-like peptide-1, a hormone that reduces appetite and slows stomach emptying
By months three to six, many patients experience meaningful and sustainable weight loss when semaglutide is combined with proper dosing, nutrition, and medical supervision
Over the past two years, one medication has clearly changed the trajectory of medical weight loss more than anything else Ive seen in my career: tirzepatide
GLP-1 is made in the gut and helps: Trigger insulin release Lower glucagon levels (which raise blood sugar) Slow digestion Increase feelings of fullness GIP is made in the small intestine and helps: Stimulate insulin release after eating Regulate blood sugar and energy Influence appetite and fat storage These medications mimic the actions of the bodys natural GLP-1 and/or GIP hormones
Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing or gentle neck and shoulder exercises to relieve stress, which is a triggering factor of headaches