Why is everyone talking about Ozempic?

Ozempic, a drug designed to treat Diabetes, continues to gain popularity for its effectiveness in aiding weight loss.

Instagram is full of celebrities who are showing off a much slimmer figure in a matter of months, citing new fitness routines or eliminating alcohol or sugars from their diets. Very few have confessed to using weight loss injections such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro and yet the rumours are in full swing.

After unflattering yacht photos surfaced, Elon Musk credited his weight loss to Wegovy, a popular weight loss injection. Many believe actress and comedian Mindy Kaling and RHOBH star Kyle Richards also used weight loss injections to shed significant weight. But it’s not just for celebrities—Ozempic can work for you too!

So what is Ozempic and how does it work?

Ozempic is a self-administered injection that works to aid weight loss in one main way. The active ingredient in it, Semaglutide, induces satiety – it makes you feel fuller for longer, reducing your desire to eat. It is a GLP-1 inhibitor, regulating insulin and controlling blood sugar levels. Weight loss injections can also slow down gastric emptying, meaning it takes longer for your food to digest, delaying the release of the “hunger hormone”, ghrelin. As your brain is not getting the message that your stomach is empty and needs to be fed, your appetite will be reduced. Combined, these factors result in pretty fast weight loss.

A 2021 study of participants taking semaglutide resulted in nearly 70% of them achieving a 10% weight loss and just under 1/3 achieving a 20% weight loss. (Source: STEP-1 study).

Of course with the resulting weight loss come a wealth of other health benefits including improvements in blood pressure, lipid profiles and general improvements to quality of life.

What to do if you are considering weight loss injections

Keep in mind, weight loss injections are not suitable for everyone. This is a pharmaceutical product and as with all medication, it is critical you seek professional advice before you start taking any medication.

If you think Ozempic sounds like the kind of weight loss method that could work for you, don’t hesitate to get in touch. At The Practice Poly Clinic, we offer weight loss solutions in Dubai, ensuring that you are taken care of every step of the way. Get in touch with our team on 800 3645263 to book an appointment with the best clinic for weight loss injections.