GLP-1 inhibitors—like Semaglutide (Ozempic) and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)—are gaining widespread attention for their role in supporting weight loss. These medications work by mimicking a natural hormone (GLP-1) that helps regulate appetite, blood sugar, and insulin levels. By slowing gastric emptying and reducing hunger signals, they can support significant weight loss in a relatively short amount of time.
But while these medications can be powerful tools, they aren’t magic—and they aren’t meant to stand alone.
One of the most overlooked concerns with GLP-1 inhibitor use is muscle loss. Many patients see the number on the scale drop but don’t realize that they may be losing lean mass—muscle that’s crucial for long-term metabolism, strength, and fat maintenance.
A well-designed weight loss strategy should prioritize fat loss while preserving (or even building) muscle. Otherwise, patients risk regaining the weight once medication is discontinued—often with worse body composition than when they started.
At many clinics, GLP-1 medications are prescribed with little oversight or a long-term strategy. There’s no guidance for how to eventually taper off, no plan for how to handle returning hunger cues, and no support to maintain results.
That’s where a comprehensive, physician-guided plan makes all the difference.
Effective, lasting weight loss requires more than suppressing hunger. Genetics, hormones, stress, gut health, and lifestyle habits all contribute to how each individual stores—and burns—fat.
That’s why personalized analysis is essential. Advanced diagnostics can uncover:
With this information, your weight loss program can be tailored for fat loss, not just weight loss.
At Halo Integrative Wellness & Aesthetics (IA-h), our approach to GLP-1 inhibitors is never one-size-fits-all. We:
Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to transition off GLP-1s safely, our goal is to help you sustain results—without compromising your long-term health.
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