How Long Should You Stay on GLP-1 Medications for Weight Loss?
There is no universal treatment length for GLP-1-based weight-loss medications. For some patients, treatment may continue long term when it remains effective, well tolerated and appropriate for their health needs. GLP-1 treatment is not necessarily a short course that ends after three, six or twelve months. The appropriate duration depends on ongoing clinical benefit rather […]
What Happens When You Stop GLP-1 Medications?
Stopping a GLP-1 medication can change appetite, fullness, food intake and body weight. Clinical withdrawal studies involving semaglutide and tirzepatide have documented weight regain after treatment ended, although the amount varied and study averages cannot predict what will happen to one person. Reaching a goal weight and maintaining that weight are different phases of care. […]
Why Am I Gaining Weight After 40?
Why Am I Gaining Weight After 40? If you have started asking, “Why am I gaining weight after 40?” you are not alone. Many women reach their 40s and notice that their body no longer responds the same way it used to. The same workouts feel less effective. Meals that once supported a stable weight […]
Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide for Medical Weight Loss
If you have started comparing semaglutide vs tirzepatide, you are probably looking for more than a simple definition. You may want to know which medication supports more weight loss, which one works better for appetite, which one may have fewer side effects and whether one option is more appropriate for your body, metabolism and health […]
7 Benefits of Physician-Guided Weight Loss
If you’ve been doing everything you can and the weight still isn’t moving, you’re probably looking for more than just another generic weight loss plan. What if physician-guided weight loss can finally help you understand what is getting in the way? If you’re looking for more personalized medical weight-loss support in Sarasota, start by understanding […]
Who is a good candidate for medical weight loss?
A good candidate for medical weight loss is often someone with stubborn weight gain, slow progress or health issues linked to weight, blood sugar or metabolism. It may also be a good fit if diet and exercise alone have not been enough. Reviewed by the SOTA Wellness Clinical Team This article is reviewed by the […]
What Are GLP-1 Medications?
GLP-1 medications are talked about a lot but most people still have the same question: how do they really work? If you are dealing with constant hunger, stubborn weight gain or slow weight loss progress, that question matters. You want to know what this medication is actually doing in your body and why it may […]
How Do GLP-1 Medications Work?
Written by the SOTA Wellness Clinical Team Content is developed and reviewed by licensed medical providers specializing in hormone and metabolic care, led by Erin Britton, RN, FNP-C, with clinical oversight and physician mentorship from Dr. Marilyn R. Richardson, MD, FACOG. This content is based on clinical experience and current medical research. GLP-1 medications get […]
What to Expect During Your First Month on Tirzepatide or Semaglutide
Starting a GLP-1 medication often raises more questions than the prescription itself answers. According to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, tirzepatide produced an average of 20.2% body weight reduction over 72 weeks, compared to 13.7% with semaglutide, in adults with obesity and without type 2 diabetes. Those are meaningful long-term […]
How Long Does It Take to See Results with Semaglutide or Tirzepatide?
Anyone beginning a GLP-1 medication program tends to ask the same thing early on: when will I actually see results? A phase 3b clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that participants using tirzepatide lost an average of 20.2% of their body weight over 72 weeks, compared with 13.7% for those […]