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FEATHER WEIGHT LOSS
Frequently asked questions
General Information
About the Medication
Using the medication
Insurance Coverage
Cost
GLP-1 medications are prescription treatments that help regulate appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support sustainable weight loss. They work by mimicking natural hormones in your body that control hunger and fullness — helping you feel satisfied sooner, stay full longer, and reduce cravings.
These medications are typically taken as a once-weekly injection using a very small, easy-to-use pen or syringe that you administer at home. Wegovy is now offering a once daily pill as an alternative to injections.
They are not “fat burners.” Instead, they help correct the hormonal signals that often make long-term weight loss so difficult — especially in people with insulin resistance, metabolic slowdown, or a history of repeated dieting.
When combined with lifestyle changes, many patients experience:
• Reduced appetite and fewer cravings
• Better portion control
• Improved blood sugar regulation
• Steady, sustainable weight loss over time
These medications work by mimicking naturally occurring hormones in your body that regulate appetite, fullness, and blood sugar control — primarily GLP-1 and, in some cases, GIP.
They help with weight loss in several key ways:
• Reduce appetite by signaling your brain that you are full
• Slow stomach emptying, so you stay satisfied longer after meals
• Stabilize blood sugar levels, which decreases hunger spikes and cravings
• Improve insulin sensitivity, supporting better metabolic function
Rather than relying on willpower alone, these medications correct the underlying hormonal signals that often make weight loss feel impossible. This allows you to eat less comfortably, without constant hunger, and achieve steady, sustainable results when paired with healthy habits.
Weight loss varies from person to person, but most patients using injectable weight loss medications can expect to lose 10–20% of their starting body weight over 6–12 months when combined with nutrition and lifestyle support.
Some people lose more, some less — depending on factors like starting weight, dose, consistency, and individual metabolism.
Many patients notice:
• Early appetite reduction within the first few weeks
• Gradual, steady weight loss rather than rapid drops
• More sustainable results compared to traditional dieting
Our goal is not crash dieting — it’s helping you achieve lasting, medically supported weight loss that you can maintain long term.
No. All visits are done via secure telehealth — no in-person appointments required.
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