GLP-1 MEDICATIONS

Glucagon Like Peptides (GLP) include a class of medications that mimic an incretin hormone we have naturally in our bodies. Incretin hormones are gut peptides that are released by the digestive tract, typically after eating, to stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreas and decrease glucagon secretion.

These medications can work to help reduce blood sugar while slowing down how quickly food leaves your stomach (delayed gastric emptying). This process helps your body stay fuller longer, leading to decreased food intake. Overtime, less caloric intake and less insulin resistance leads to weight loss.

How do these prescription medications work?:

• Delay in gastric (stomach) emptying (feeling of fullness and satisfaction with smaller meals)

• Slow intestinal motility

• Improve glycemic control and lowers blood glucose (blood sugar) levels

• Stimulate insulin secretion by pancreas

• Reduce appetite and food cravings

Reasons why your provider may be recommending GLP medications:

• Weight Loss and body composition

• Improve insulin and glucose levels (Insulin Resistance)

• Improve HgB A1C

• Enhance metabolism

• Decrease inflammatory markers

• Improve cognition

• Appetite control

• Decrease gastrointestinal inflammation

• Cardioprotection

How to take it and what to expect:

• GLP medications are typically offered in injection form. Either once-weekly subcutaneous injection or twice weekly dosing is offered that can be taken at home.

• Your practitioner will increase your dose as needed until they find the optimal dose for you. Everyone is different.

• The best results are seen when combined with nutrition and exercise.

• Your provider may recommend a calorie restriction and exercise mimetic supplement (like LeuSynergy) to go along with your injections.

Patients have reported better control of their appetite and fewer cravings for food.

Are there any side effects?

It is important to remember that these are prescription medications that should be monitored and prescribed appropriately. As with any medication, there are subsequent risks that at times can outweigh the risks.

Some of the most common side effects are nausea, indigestion, and constipation. To avoid these side effects, your provider will start you on a low dose and slowly increase as you tolerate the medication.

At The Beaumont Med Spa, we ensure you are even the right candidate for these medications, as there are some contraindications to use. We offer consultation with comprehensive lab analysis prior to initiating therapy to identify and manage qualifying patients. If you have had lab work completed within the last 6 months, we are happy for you to bring these with you for us to review.

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SIRT-1 Activators

SIRT-1 activators are compounds that work specifically on SIRT-1 receptors in the body to control cell signaling to improve fat oxidation and mitochondrial density, enhance the internal antioxidant system and decrease inflammation. These compounds mimic the same pathways associated with exercise and calorie restriction. They also work to enhance glucose control, fat loss, and energy.

What are the benefits of using SIRT-1 Activators?

• Improves endogenous NAD+ Utilization
• Caloric restriction mimetic
• Exercise mimetic
• Guard against oxidative stress
• Increase fat oxidation
• Decrease Insulin resistance
• Increase cholesterol metabolism

Find more information under Peptides page

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Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)

LDN is a prescription medication that is typically well tolerated and inexpensive, with minimal exclusions for use. Growing evidence has demonstrated that our natural endorphins, most commonly known as our natural, pain-killers, also play an important role in immune system regulation among other functions. LDN helps improve endorphin release.

LDN may aid in a multitude of conditions such as:

• Lupus

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

• Ulcerative colitis & Crohn’s Disease

• Fibromyalgia

• PCOS

• Excess weight

It works to also suppress inflammation, control appetite, and improve sleep!

LDN is a favorite treatment option for our patients aiming for PCOS control, insulin resistance, weight loss, and our Hashi patients!

LDN FOR DISEASE PREVENTION AND QUALITY OF LIFE

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IN BODY: Body Composition Analyzer

You are more than just a number on a scale. We believe monitoring body composition is essential to track a patient’s progress, especially during a weight loss journey. So, what are we looking for besides the “weight” number on the scale?

-Intracellular and Extracellular Water

-Skeletal Muscle Mass

-Body Fat Mass

-Percent Body Fat

-Lean Body Mass

-Visceral Fat Levels

-Metabolic Rates

One of the biggest things to remember: not all weight loss is good. Losing too much muscle or weight too rapidly can lead to sarcopenia (muscle loss), a slower metabolism, and ultimately risk for rebound weight gain. We optimize treatment plans and track outcomes at the cellular level with this comprehensive monitoring, ensuring your long term success.

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Therapy Adjuncts

LIPOTROPIC INJECTIONS and SUPPLEMENTS

Lipo injections are intramuscular injections that can be given in addition to other therapies. Several contain B12 while others contain carnitine, which may help reduce muscle damage during resistance training and assist with turning fat into energy, making it an ideal supplement for fitness goals. We also offer a full line of medical grade supplements to ensure your body is getting what it needs.

DESIGNS FOR HEALTH

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B-LEAN IV INFUSION This IV infusion formula is full of nutrients utilized to burn fat, boost metabolism, and enhance bloodflow and circulation. The benefits of methylcobalamin, L- Taurine, and Vita Complex raise energy levels and support a healthy metabolism. This infusion can assist with converting fat into energy, enhancing athletic performance, and improving overall mood.

BOOK YOUR IV INFUSION HERE

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GLUTATHIONE

Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant, it may help fight the effects of free radicals, which cause oxidative stress, damage healthy cells, and contribute to aging and certain degenerative illnesses. It may improve immune response, help to metabolize toxins and activate enzymes, aid the liver in metabolizing alcohol, reduce the amount of fat stored in the belly, help to reduce oxidative stress, and improve complexion.

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Optimizing Results

We maintain a comprehensive approach, because we understand that a weight loss journey is more than taking one medication hoping for desired results. We prefer using a synergistic strategy. Beyond the weight loss medications we also encourage you to:

• Manage stress

• Focus on good sleep/rest Increase water intake

• Improve nutrition, watching caloric and macro intake, offering nutritional support and goals

• Incorporate weight lifting and resistance training

• Prioritize protein intake, which is crucial for boosting your metabolism

• Use medical grade neutraceuticals … the type of supplement can make a huge difference

• Optimize hormones, including testosterone! Testosterone is often overlooked in women, but it can and will impact mood, sleep, muscle, bone, heart health, and overall well being! It also improves fat distribution!

• Stack and customize additional peptides. Peptide therapy is sometimes the cherry on top of an already solid plan! Peptides support hormone balance, weight loss, and lean muscle mass.

  There is literally so much more than using one injection for “weight loss,” because not all weight loss is the same!!

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When you visit The Beaumont for weight loss, you are not just buying a vial of medication. You are being throughly evaluated and treated by a licensed, trained practitioner who is :

• evaluating your extensive personal and family history

• ensuring you are a candidate for these prescriptions (yes, they are prescribed medications intended for patient use only)

• following your progress with body composition on the IN BODY - watching muscle mass, metabolism, and visceral fat levels (not just a number on the scale)

• adjusting your dosage when appropriate

• offering nutritional and supplementation support

• lab and genetic analysis when appropriate

• recommending and stacking additional therapies to optimize long term success (additional peptides, hormone support)

• supporting your goals while mitigating the most minimal side effects possible

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Additional Options: Hormone Replacement Therapy

Unexplained weight gain can be a common indicator of hormonal imbalance. Restoring hormonal balance can increase energy and help regulate your metabolism, both of which can help you address weight gain. Find out more here: BHRT

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⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Beaumont Med Spa has been a life saver for me! They created a plan for weight loss that provided all of the support and education to ensure my success! They offer financing to make a patient’s journey more accessible. Every person at Beaumont Med Spa is amazing! They are helpful, friendly, kind, and you can feel how much they care about each of their patients. 💜 Top that all off with an environment that is beautiful and relaxing. I 100% recommend them for any Med Spa need you have. Give them a call…you’ll find the special care and services you’ve been looking for! For me and my family, Beaumont Med Spa has been a blessing

-Lo B