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Two of the most talked-about weight loss medications are Wegovy and Ozempic. In addition to weight-loss, researchers are now saying these medications can play a powerful role in reducing the risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular issues in patients.
While oral and injectable weight-loss medications can be an effective short-term strategy, the long-term success and safety are still being researched and are unknown.
At New York Bariatric Group (NYBG), we specialize in helping people achieve long-term weight loss—whether it’s through innovative medications or surgical options. If you’re looking for a trusted partner to guide you on your weight loss journey and are committed to your overall health, heart and all, we are here for you.
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The Connection between Weight-Loss Medications and Heart Health
It’s not news that obesity is a major risk factor for heart disease. What often is overlooked, however, are the compounding health benefits that weight-loss medications offer, in addition a lower number on the scale.
There are a variety of weight-loss medications on the market, but here’s where Wegovy and Ozempic stand out a bit. According to a recent study, they don’t just help you lose weight—they also improve your heart health. In clinical trials, people taking semaglutide (sold under brand name Ozempic), saw a 20% drop in their risk of major heart-related events like heart attacks and strokes.
Cardiovascular Benefits
Here’s a few examples of how weight-loss through Wegovy or Ozempic can improve your heart, and overall, health:
- Lower Blood Pressure: Shedding pounds takes pressure off your heart, literally. Many people see improvements in their blood pressure within weeks of starting these medications.
- Better Cholesterol Levels: Wegovy and Ozempic help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, both of which are tied to heart attack risk.
- Stabilized Blood Sugar: If you have diabetes or prediabetes, these medications help control your blood sugar, which reduces inflammation and damage to your blood vessels.
- Fewer Medications: Improvement in any of the above areas often leads to less medication being needed to manage cardiovascular issues.
- A Healthier YOU: A healthy heart is a major need for a healthy lifestyle. By accelerating weight loss, Wegovy and Ozempic could also be the catalyst to your weight-loss, and health journey.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Now, here’s the thing: Medications like Wegovy and Ozempic can be incredibly effective, for weight loss and additional health related issues, but they’re not magic. For the best results, you need a supportive team to guide you through the process and ensure you’re using them safely and effectively. That’s where New York Bariatric Group comes in.
With New York Bariatric Group by your side, you’ll have the expertise, support, and tools to make your weight loss journey a success.
Don’t wait to take control of your health. Contact NYBG today to schedule a consultation and start your path to a healthier, happier you. Your heart—and your future self—will thank you.
New York Bariatric Group: The Weight-Loss Leader
NYBG is the leader in comprehensive weight-loss solutions. We are a one-stop shop, offering long-term weight-loss surgery as well as medically-supervised weight loss such as oral and injectable medications. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to losing weight. At NYBG, we work with you to customize a weight-loss program that will work best for you.
Oral and injectable weight-loss medications have been shown to be an effective short-term strategy, but the long-term effects and safety is still unknown. With our Medical Weight Loss Program the ongoing supervision allows doctors to make necessary adjustments to a patient’s treatment plan based on their progress and changes to their health.
Weight-loss surgery is the only proven long-term weight-loss solution. With decades of research, patients have seen sustainable weight loss. We offer multiple weight-loss surgery procedures and our doctors will work with you to find the right option.
Our practice is the best around:
- Entering our 25th year in 2025!
- Over 30 surgeons who are leaders in bariatrics, plastic surgery, and medical weight loss.
- 42,000 successful procedures performed with more being performed every day
- Access to online seminars, support groups, cooking demos, and Q-and-A sessions
- Multiple offices located in three states; NY, NJ, CT
- Convenience of same day bariatric surgery centers (Ambulatory Surgical Centers - ASCs)
- Offering in-person and virtual consultations
Stop waiting; start achieving better health today. With NYBG you can lose the weight and worry.
