Perhaps you are curious about the recent craze surrounding weight loss drugs. Do they work? Are they safe? And most importantly, are they a good idea for you? With recent news that tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) is being pulled from the market and ongoing concerns about semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy), now is the time to take a deeper look at these medications—and explore better, safer alternatives.
How Do These Drugs Work?
Semaglutide and tirzepatide belong to a class of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. These drugs mimic a hormone in your gut that increases insulin levels, lowers blood glucose, and decreases appetite. They also slow down stomach emptying, leading to reduced calorie intake. While this may sound like an ideal solution for chronic weight loss struggles, there are significant drawbacks to consider.
The Downside of Synthetic Weight Loss Drugs
Tirzepatide Is Being Pulled from the Market Recent reports indicate that tirzepatide will no longer be available. This follows increasing concerns over its safety, effectiveness, and long-term consequences. Patients who rely on this drug for weight loss are now left scrambling for alternatives.
Semaglutide’s Financial and Health Risks
High Cost: The retail price of Wegovy is currently $1,618.83 per month without insurance. Many patients struggle to afford it, and insurance coverage can be inconsistent.
Severe Side Effects: Risks include thyroid tumors, pancreatitis (including fatal cases), gallbladder disease, stomach paralysis, kidney injury, increased heart rate, and even suicidal ideation.
Loss of Muscle Mass and Bone Density: While patients may lose weight, much of it comes from muscle and bone rather than fat, leading to long-term metabolic issues.
The Need for Lifelong Use To maintain weight loss, you must stay on the drug indefinitely while also committing to proper diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. If you stop taking it, the weight often returns—sometimes with added health complications.
A Natural and Sustainable Alternative: Akkermansia & Blood Sugar Balance
Rather than relying on synthetic drugs with severe side effects, many patients are turning to natural solutions. One promising approach involves Akkermansia muciniphila, a beneficial gut bacteria that supports metabolism and weight management in multiple ways:
Enhances sugar and carb metabolism, helping the body use energy more efficiently.
Strengthens the gut lining, improving digestion and reducing inflammation.
Balances blood sugar levels, naturally curbing cravings and energy crashes.
In our office, we help patients achieve sustainable weight loss by addressing the root causes of metabolic dysfunction, such as thyroid imbalances, insulin resistance, and stress-related blood sugar swings. Through customized lab testing, continuous glucose monitoring, and targeted supplementation like berberine (a natural blood sugar regulator), we help individuals regain control over their health—without the risks of synthetic drugs.
Take Control of Your Health
Weight loss should be about more than just shedding pounds—it should be about improving overall metabolic health. If you’re looking for a safer, more effective way to reach your goals, we can help. Book a free health consultation today and discover a natural, long-lasting approach to wellness.
If you are ready to start your weight loss journey, give us a call at 417-598-0080,
We look forward to helping you feel good, and heal from the inside out!
This information should not be substituted for medical or chiropractic advice. Any and all healthcare concerns, decisions, and actions must be done through the advice and counsel of a healthcare professional who is familiar with your updated medical history.
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