02/18/2025
Advantages of GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) other than weight loss:
- Insulin and blood sugar control
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Improves cholesterol and triglyceride levels
- Reduces risk of kidney disease
- Decreases inflammation in the body
- Helps lower blood pressure
- Improve fatty liver disease
- Helps obstructive sleep apnea
- May decrease chances or help with neuro degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
- Helps polycystic ovarian syndrome/fertility issues
- May help with ulcerative colitis
If you would like to learn more about these medications or are interested in our weight loss program, please call our office for an appointment at 660-699-2240 or 573-633-3031.