What Lifestyle Changes Should Accompany Semaglutide Injections?
Semaglutide is a medication that can significantly help kickstart weight loss for patients who are confirmed to be good candidates. When injected, semaglutide mirrors the behavior of GLP-1 — a gut hormone that signals the body to feel full. As a result, semaglutide can help men and women lose weight by increasing satiety faster and suppressing appetite. Like many cosmetic procedures, semaglutide is most effective when paired with positive lifestyle changes, including:
- A healthy, nutritious, and balanced diet: While semaglutide allows patients to feel fuller faster than they would normally, adhering to a balanced diet rich in proteins, iron, antioxidants, leafy greens, and zinc is key to maintaining the amount of weight loss achieved long-term.
- Regular exercise: An active lifestyle is crucial to minimizing weight fluctuations, often improving the results achieved with semaglutide injections.
- Yoga, meditation, or other healthy forms of stress reduction: Stress can certainly contribute to weight gain, and many individuals tend to overeat in response to coping with high stress levels. We advise finding an effective method of stress management that works for you — not only to achieve your weight loss goals, but also to improve your overall well-being. Possible therapies may include yoga, outdoor activities, sports, meditation, etc.
- Staying hydrated: Drinking plenty of water and staying hydrated can be an easy way to better regulate your metabolism, thereby helping manage potential weight gain in the future.
Maintaining lasting results once you complete your treatment regimen is usually a matter of whether you’re able to commit to the lifestyle changes that can preserve your weight loss. Our team will listen to your concerns and speak with you about your goals to confirm whether you’re a good candidate for semaglutide injections.
At M Spa, our knowledgeable team is passionate about helping men and women feel more confident in their own skin using the safest, most effective techniques. If you believe semaglutide will help you reach your health goals, or you’re interested in our other non-surgical body sculpting services, please contact Reno Tahoe Plastic Surgery today.