About Popular injections: Semaglutide and Moujaro/GLP-1s
Our Approach to Weight Loss Meds - Statement about Semaglutide and Moujaro/Tirzepatide/ GLP-1s
We are not currently prescribing Mounjaro or Semaglutide or any GLP-1s at this time. Our providers are not confident that benefits outweigh the risks at this time. Once started on these medications, the individuals need to be aware that this is a life-long medication and there will be weight regain thereafter. Also, due to cost concerns, FDA warnings, and potential health risks. These include gastrointestinal issues, changes in kidney function, and reports of thyroid C-cell tumors in animal studies. Additionally, these medications carry the risk of pancreatitis and cancer, and the long-term safety data is still evolving.
These medications need to be carefully assessed to see if it's in your best interest, if the patient has diabetes, then the benefits may outweigh but a thorough evaluation and other alternatives should be explored first in our opinion.
Instead, we recommend a functional medicine workup to address the root cause of weight concerns if Phentermine or Diethylpropion are not working or if the patient does not qualify for prescription appetite suppressants. If these haven't been effective, there may be an underlying issue, such as thyroid imbalance, which could be addressed with T4 and T3, adrenal support, hormone balance, gut health optimization etc. For
Here is an article we wrote: https://www.clarkwellnesstx.com/post/serious-semaglutide-side-effects-a-safe-alternative
Also, a documentary: https://youtu.be/3nvoumJsjus?si=OTIye2tOFjjNmrjo
And more warnings: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2812192
Feel free to contact us for further discussion and personalized recommendations based on your unique health needs. Your well-being is our priority, and we aim to explore safe and effective alternatives tailored to your individual circumstances.
A little about what we do
Medically Supervised Weight Loss
In addition to helping our patients make reasonable lifestyle changes by promoting a healthy diet and routine, moderate exercise, our providers may prescribe appetite suppressants to qualifying patients and metabolism boosters to give you an advantage that you cannot get any other way.
Nutritional Counseling
Our staff will work with you to create a custom nutritional plan that will meet your specific needs and goals. Our experienced team is equipped with knowledge to provide you with an understanding of your dietary needs and answers to your questions. We also work with a Holistic nutritionist who can provide individualized services to our patients at additional cost.
Vitamins and Supplements
Our team feels strongly that for good health, patients should be taking the following supplements: Multivitamin (with Zinc, K2 and Selenium), Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Probiotics and Omega 3 Purified Fish Oil. We conveniently keep these supplements, as well as a few others, on hand for our patients to purchase. Link to ordering supplements online: Fullscript - ANGELICA Clark's Fullscript Account
Diet and Exercises app
We offer at no cost to you access to the Bodysite app.
The BodySite's digital health and lifestyle app connects you with your wellness provider's wellness plan in real time. Receive daily meal planning, exercise guidance, lifestyle modification support and motivation.
Learn more:
Link to the ap: MyBodySite