More than 100 million adults in the U.S. are classified as overweight or living with obesity. That's not even counting children who are overweight. Weight concerns currently plague a vast majority of Americans. It's not only a serious medical condition in its own right, but excess weight plays a key role in the development of other medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers and more. It can impact quality of life and even mental health conditions like depression.
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) employ a holistic, patient-centered approach to weight loss, blending modern science with traditional natural therapies like botanical medicine and homeopathic remedies – as well as nutrition, lifestyle modification, supplements, IV therapy, herbal treatments and other alternative approaches.
GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide can be one of the pieces in the complex puzzle weight issues can be – and an extremely effective one. We sometimes recommend Semaglutide Injections as part of treating the whole person with a multi-pronged approach to lifelong wellness and weight control.
If you prioritize a natural approach to health that blends the very latest in medical science with the longstanding effectiveness of Naturopathy, compile your list of symptoms and contact Water's Edge Natural Medicine in Palo Alto, CA, to explore naturopathic options for restoring your body, mind and spirit. Schedule a consultation today with us by contacting us online or calling us at (650) 240-4868!
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that mimics the natural GLP-1 hormone in the human body and binds to the body's GLP-1 receptor. It is an FDA-approved prescription medication used to regulate appetite and blood sugar.
Originally developed as an antidiabetic medication for Type 2 diabetes, it has since been approved for obesity and weight loss. It is used to aid in long-term weight management and reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes.
Semaglutide is sold in the U.S. under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy – though the strength and usage for each drug is different. Semaglutide can also be compounded by local pharmacists at a lower cost. At a fraction of the cost you would pay for the brand name drugs containing Semaglutide, compounded Semaglutide can be formulated to your doctor's precise specifications for your individual needs.
Semaglutide works by activating your GLP-1 hormone receptors. GLP-1 medications act on the hunger centers in your brain to prevent cravings. Semaglutide can also slow the movement of food through your stomach, which provides an extended feeling of fullness after eating. Both of these actions decrease your appetite, leading to weight loss.
As an antidiabetic drug, Semaglutide stimulates insulin release from your pancreas when it is necessary to help lower your blood sugar levels. It also decreases the amount of sugar produced by your liver by suppressing glucagon secretion.
Because it's a simple weekly regimen, easy to administer and begins showing results almost immediately, we find that our patients are motivated to remain consistent with treatment. Overall benefits include:
Emerging research even suggests it helps with depression and anxiety especially if you suffer from Type 2 diabetes. It is believed to have a positive effect on mental health in general, potentially due to its impact on neurotransmitters and brain function.
Another important benefit is that Semaglutide can be compounded locally by a pharmacist you trust to your doctor's precise specifications at a lower cost than brand name Semaglutide prescriptions.
Naturopathic physicians can treat any condition or disease that is treated by conventional medicine doctors – including medical weight loss and Semaglutide Injections. Naturopathic Medicine is particularly effective for chronic, functional and lifestyle-related conditions, including weight-related issues like weight loss or weight gain concerns, as well as body image, anorexia, bulimia and more.
Naturopathic Medicine combines the evidence-based standards and analytical rigor of modern medicine together with a complex understanding of the natural world and the intrinsic self-healing capabilities of the human body. Sometimes, when a healthy weight is restored using Semaglutide Injections, patients experience a cascade of healing effects they never realized were connected to food choices or weight issues.
Naturopaths also understand that mental wellness is often a key factor in disease prevention, healing and weight concerns too. Trained in psychological counseling, stress management, the connections between nutrition and the mind, and biofeedback techniques, naturopaths are equipped to treat mental or emotional conditions like depression and anxiety along with weight concerns and physical conditions that are exacerbated by weight gain.
Our goal is to teach you how to achieve and maintain lifelong wellness at a weight that is healthy for you. With the necessary tools and instruction, we believe you can learn how to prevent future disease and create a state of balance and wellness in your life – not just temporarily lose weight. Optimizing your overall health is our paramount goal and guiding principle. Upon arrival at your initial consultation at our naturopathic clinic in Palo Alto, we will conduct a comprehensive review of your personal and family medical history.
We will ask detailed questions regarding your current symptoms and lifestyle habits. Testing may be necessary, but we will discuss with you what is needed and why we think it is necessary.
Patient education is central to the practice – a practice that offers the best of conventional medicine, like Semaglutide Injections, alongside a myriad of natural, alternative treatments. We want you to understand the foundational approaches to treating illness and disease, including weight concerns, because they are core to our practice. We operate in a manner that is:
We operate with a deep and complex understanding of human health and the role that hormones, genetics, stress, etc., can play in your overall wellness. We take into consideration the profound impact food allergens or environmental toxins can have on your health and weight. We offer expertise in natural medicine and alternative treatments, including the use of food-based treatments.
Understanding why your body is not maintaining a healthy weight or functioning at its full potential is essential if we are to reverse illness and disease, reduce weight and restore health. It is also key to selecting the most natural, least harmful treatments that will restore balance and wellness.
As we undertake a holistic evaluation of your health, we take into consideration your physical, social, psychological, family and genetic history. Our approach to treatment will be personally tailored to your body, your lifestyle, your goals, your overall health and your mental wellness – the totality of who you are, body, mind and spirit.
At Water's Edge, our team doesn't just focus on symptoms or short-term relief but on long-term health and optimal wellness. Our Naturopathic Medicine approach means we work to understand the root cause of your condition, and we look at each health and weight concerns within the context of your overall health.
We are collaborative by nature, and we will work together with you to create a completely individualized treatment plan. It will be tailored to fit your specific health goals based on the results of a thorough evaluation. We have a deep understanding of both conventional and Naturopathic Medicine options for treatment, and your treatment plan may include any of the following options:
We are here to answer any questions you may have about your weight and overall health concerns and our array of healing, rejuvenating and balancing approaches. Compile your list of symptoms and reach out to Water's Edge Natural Medicine in Palo Alto, CA to schedule a Naturopathic Medicine consultation for medical weight loss today! Contact us online or call us at (650) 240-4868!
326 Bryant Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone: (650) 240-4868
Fax: (650) 494-4939
| Monday: | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Tuesday: | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Wednesday: | 8:00am - 3:00pm |
| Thursday: | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Friday: | 8:00am - 12:00pm |
| Saturday: | Closed |
| Sunday: | Closed |
