Nutrition & Weight Loss Optimization at Glo Medical
Why Personalized Weight Management Matters for You
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​Sustainable weight loss addresses root causes like hormones, metabolism, stress, and nutrition—going beyond simple diet or exercise.​At Glo Medical, Sharon Higuchi, MSN, NP-C, offers a comprehensive evaluation: detailed history review, health coaching, body composition analysis, and targeted lab testing to create your tailored plan.​Our Thorough Evaluation Includes​Medical history and symptom reviewPersonalized nutrition and lifestyle coachingAdvanced body composition analysisComprehensive labs (hormones, nutrients, metabolic markers)
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Our Thorough Evaluation Includes
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Medical history and symptom review
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Personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching
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Advanced body composition analysis
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Comprehensive labs (hormones, nutrients, metabolic markers)
GLP-1 & Dual Agonist Therapies
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GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., semaglutide) mimic glucagon-like peptide-1, promoting satiety, slowing gastric emptying, and supporting insulin sensitivity. Dual agonists (e.g., tirzepatide) target both GLP-1 and GIP receptors for enhanced effects.
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Recent 2025-2026 evidence (e.g., STEP trials, SURMOUNT-5, Cochrane reviews) shows:
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Semaglutide → ~11-15% average weight loss over 68-72 weeks
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Tirzepatide → ~16-20% average weight loss, often superior to semaglutide
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Benefits include appetite control, cardiometabolic improvements, and sustained results with lifestyle support
GLP-2 primarily enhances intestinal absorption and gut barrier function (e.g., teduglutide for short bowel syndrome); it does not promote weight loss and is not used in obesity management.
We prioritize FDA-approved therapies for safety and efficacy. Compounded GLP-1 options are limited to rare cases of documented medical need (e.g., allergies to inactive ingredients), per current FDA guidance—no longer broadly available due to resolved shortages.
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Potential Benefits (with lifestyle changes):
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Significant, sustained weight reduction
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Improved energy and metabolic health
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Cardiovascular risk reduction
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Common side effects are gastrointestinal (nausea, etc.), typically mild and managed with titration. We monitor closely.
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If weight challenges persist, we're here to guide you. Schedule your consultation with the Glo Medical team today for a personalized, evidence-based plan—to help you achieve lasting results.
