It helps increase insulin production, reduce the secretion of glucagon (a hormone that raises blood sugar), and slows down the emptying of your stomach
Semaglutide is not a quick fix, and the best results often come from combining medical treatment with lifestyle improvement
However, both are manageable within certain parameters
This medication works by mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 hormone, which plays a key role in insulin production, blood sugar regulation, appetite suppression, and encouraging feelings of fullness
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics the glucagon-like peptide-1 hormone, enhancing insulin secretion, reducing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying