How Long Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Take to Work?
Hormone replacement therapy does not work on the same timeline for every person or every symptom. For menopause-related HRT, some symptoms may begin improving within the first few weeks, while fuller improvement can take up to about three months. How quickly you notice a difference depends on the symptoms being treated, the type and dose […]
Do GLP-1 Medications Cause Muscle Loss?
Weight loss during GLP-1-based treatment can include reductions in both fat mass and lean mass. Research involving semaglutide and tirzepatide shows that fat generally accounts for the larger share of weight lost, but lean tissue can also decrease. That does not mean every decrease in lean mass represents medication-caused muscle loss. Lean mass is broader […]
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. […]
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
Losing weight is not always as simple as eating less or exercising more. Health history, medications, appetite, sleep, activity, medical conditions and other individual factors can all influence how someone responds to a weight-loss plan. Physician-guided weight loss provides a more structured approach by combining clinical evaluation, individualized treatment and ongoing medical supervision. Physician-guided weight […]
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 […]