Three methods of gaining muscle mass and losing fat with weight loss drugs like Wegovy
The weight loss industry is abuzz with excitement over FDA-approved injections for weight loss, including popular drugs like Wegovy. Dr. Alexander Shapsis is a board-certified gastroenterologist serving patients in the Brooklyn, New York, and Coral Springs, Florida, areas. He has found many patients achieving weight loss after years of trial and error. Wegovy is one of many medications on the market for weight loss. Still, many patients have trouble maintaining or gaining muscle mass while losing fat on this treatment regimen. Let’s look at Wegovy and how patients can avoid unsafe muscle mass loss while losing weight.

How does Wegovy work?
Wegovy is a prescription medication that contains semaglutide, a synthetic version of the naturally occurring hormone known as GLP-1. GLP-1 is responsible for regulating one’s appetite and food intake in the body. Wegovy works by mimicking these actions of GLP-1 in the body, signaling to the brain that you are full and reducing your appetite. This results in decreased calorie intake and weight loss paired with a proper, nutritious diet and regular exercise. Wegovy has recently been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for weight loss and managing conditions like diabetes–its original purpose.
What happens when using Wegovy?
While Wegovy has continued to show promising results for weight loss, some of our patients may experience initial muscle mass loss during their treatment. This can be concerning for those looking to lose fat and maintain or gain muscle mass for overall health and fitness.
How can I maintain and gain muscle mass while losing weight on Wegovy injections?
There are a few ways in which you can avoid this concern. Below are a few recommendations:
- Participate in regular exercises, specifically weight and resistance training, to slow muscle loss.
- Consume a diet that is protein-rich during your treatment.
- If you experience side effects, such as nausea, that are keeping you from maintaining a healthy diet, consult Dr. Alexander Shapsis and his team to adjust your dosage.
Who can I call to learn more about Wegovy injections for weight loss?
Overweight and obese patients who have found it challenging to achieve weight loss to improve their health and quality of life may want to talk to Dr. Alexander Shapsis and his team at Atlantic Gastroenterology in Brooklyn, New York, and Coral Springs, Florida, to ask about the benefits of weight loss injections like Wegovy. Call one of our four office locations to request a consultation visit with our team and get started on your weight loss journey with a board-certified medical professional at your side!
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