Obesity increases your risks for chronic conditions and diseases such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, fatty liver disease, and cardiovascular disease. The lay perception of the general public and some healthcare professionals is that obesity is a lifestyle choice rather than a disease. Our approach to overweight and obesity as a disease helps us to develop the appropriate treatment and weight loss/management methods for our clients.
Did you know that Semaglutide effects go beyond weight loss? A weekly dose of 2.4mg of Semaglutide can help treat and prevent diabetes, osteoarthritis, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnea. The drug generally improves your health.
Are overweight or obese? A weekly dosage of Semaglutide with lifestyle intervention has been proven to cause sustained healthy weight loss. This drug has changed people’s perception of the cause and treatment of obesity. Along with lifestyle modifications and diet plans, Semaglutide helps treat and prevent obesity-related complications that impair healthy living and prevent the condition’s progression.
A healthy lifestyle is a cornerstone for boosting your Semaglutide results and attaining optimum wellness and health. Based on individual initial weight before the Semaglutide weight loss journey and weight loss goals, you can work with your healthcare provider for appropriate lifestyle changes for the best and timeliest results.
We recommend the following lifestyle changes to boost your Semaglutide weight loss results.
Physical Exercise
In addition to dietary and nutritional intervention for Semaglutide weight loss, physical exercise will help you improve your body composition and sustain the weight loss. Physical exercise interventions that we recommend include a combination of strength training with moderate activity intensity of 2.5-3 hours and vigorous activity of 1.25 -2.5 hours for adults.
The varying intensity and duration of physical activity ought to be spread out throughout the week depending on your preferences, personal circumstances, and desired outcomes. With the help of our exercise experts, assess your situation to determine your ability, current physical activity level, and preparedness to create practical and realistic goals.
Eating Low-Caloric Foods
For both weight loss and type 2 diabetes treatment, Semaglutide will give you the best results when you combine it with a healthy diet and physical exercise. Reduce caloric ingestion; avoid foods with high sugar, calories, and fat.
If you are experiencing side effects during the onset of the Semaglutide weight loss journey, try to eat smaller meals frequently, avoid fatty, sugary, and spicy foods, limit or avoid alcohol ingestion, increase your freshwater intake, and avoid foods or drinks that can elevate your blood sugar and linger your weight loss results.
Ensure your diet contains non-starchy vegetables, fresh fruits, legumes, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Avoid beverages sweetened with added sugar, including tea and coffee drinks, sodas, fruit juice, and energy drinks. Avoid saturated and trans fats, including butter, cheese, cream, whole milk, red meats, and ice cream.
Replace your red meat with lean meats, increase fiber intake, and limit snacking. Limit your salt intake and monitor your blood glucose levels.
Reduce Your Meal Portions but Increase the Frequency
Since Semaglutide will ensure you feel satisfied throughout the day, reduce the size of your serving and spread the meals throughout the day. Eating large meal portions at once can make you prone to heartburn, nausea, and other gastrointestinal complications.
Eat Slowly
The brain may take up to 15 or more minutes to register the eating action. Ensure you take time between bites to allow seamless digestion and absorption. When you eat too fast, you are also likely to swallow air which may lead to gas and bloating.
Do not Eat Foods that Trigger Semaglutide Side Effects
Foods that may trigger side effects with Semaglutide include processed, fatty, and sugary foods. When taking Semaglutide, your body may not have the capacity to digest such foods and you may suffer severe nausea.
Stay Hydrated
Water is essential for all your body processes. With Semaglutide, you need to stay more hydrated to keep possible cases of nausea at bay. We recommend at least 80 ounces of water every day.
Avoid Alcohol
When taking Semaglutide, alcohol can drastically drop blood glucose levels and irritate your belly. It may also increase your pancreatitis risk.
Increase Your Mobility
While regular physical activity is essential for optimal health, increasing your movement when taking Semaglutide can yield better weight loss results. One of the ways to boost your mobility is by increasing the number of steps walked daily. Moving more while on Semaglutide will maximize your results and sustain weight loss.
Are you clinically obese, significantly overweight, or living with a weight-related condition? Would you like to have an effective weight loss solution? Semaglutide with lifestyle changes comprising exercise and diet plans is essential for the best results. Obesity and weight-related complications will be something of the past if you adopt the right behavioral changes and lifestyle modifications while taking Semaglutide.
