Semaglutide is one of the most effective medications for lasting weight loss. Semaglutide (the active ingredients used in Ozempic® and Wegovy®) is a non-habiting forming weight loss treatment with minimal side effects.

Semaglutide is a class of medication known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptors. It mimics our GLP-1 hormone and is released in the gut in response to eating.

The main role of GLP-1 is to prompt the body to produce more insulin and reduce blood sugar. For that reason most health care providers used semaglutided for over 16 years to treat type 2 diabetes.

However, GLP-1 in higher amounts also interacts with the parts of the brain that suppress your appetite and signal that you feel full. When used in conjection with diet and exercise, it can cause significant weight loss in people who are overweight or obese.