I would like to be the first to tell you that we are now offering everyday low pricing on many of our GLP-1 medications as well as our peptide therapy services. Please reach out to one of our AR Virtual Health providers today, to discuss which treatment option is right for you and to discuss our new pricing structures put in place to better serve you.
Alexanox
We have a new peptide to help you achieve all your weight loss goals.
If you have hit a plateau with your weight loss, looking to lose more weight or reduce inflammation, try adding in Amlexanox. Amlexanox is a promising compound that has shown potential when combined with GLP-1 medications for weight loss. Studies show that Amlexanox enhances the appetite-suppressing effects of GLP-1 drugs. This combination could potentially lead to more significant weight loss and improved metabolic health compared to using either medication alone.
How does it work?
Amlexanox enhances energy expenditure by increasing thermogenesis, leading to weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, and reduced fat accumulation. Originally developed for treating asthma, allergic rhinitis, and aphthous ulcers, Amlexanox’s potential for weight management has become more evident. Research has highlighted a connection between inflammation, obesity, and insulin resistance. Amlexanox aids in weight loss by inhibiting the protein kinases TBK1 and IKKε, thereby addressing these metabolic concerns. If you are interested in more information or adding Amlexanox as a potential option to incorporate into your weight management plan, please contact our providers at AR Virtual Health to assess if you are a candidate for this new peptide therapy.
ORAL Semaglutide
Are you afraid of injecting medication or are you looking for a less invasive means to use GLP-1 medications without the needle? Well, we have exactly what you are looking for here at AR Virtual Health.
Sublingual Semaglutide is here, and we are one of the very first clinics to get our hands on this new GLP-1 technology.
Benefits of Oral Sublingual Drops/Liquid
CONVENIENCE: Sublingual drops are easy to administer and are especially useful for patients who have an aversion to injections. The sublingual drops allow for ease of dose adjustments.
IMPROVED ABSORPTION: Sublingual administration allows the medication to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream through the mucous membranes under the tongue, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract and liver metabolism (first-pass effect).
ENHANCED PATIENT COMPLIANCE: The ease of use and the faster onset of effects can lead to better adherence to the treatment regimen.
Benefits of SubMagna™ Vehicle Versus Other Vehicles
SUPERIOR ABSORPTION: SubMagna™, is designed to enhance the bioavailability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (specifically Semaglutide) when administered sublingually. This means a higher percentage of the drug enters the bloodstream, making the treatment more effective.
STABILITY: SubMagna™ provides a stable environment for Semaglutide, ensuring the medication remains effective over time without degradation.
PATIENT COMFORT: The vehicle is formulated to be gentle on the mucous membranes, reducing the risk of irritation compared to other vehicles.
COMPATIBILITY: SubMagna™ is specifically designed to be compatible with a range of active ingredients, ensuring that Semaglutide maintains its efficacy when compounded in this vehicle.
OPTIMIZED DELIVERY: SubMagna™ facilitates a consistent and predictable delivery of Semaglutide, ensuring that patients receive the correct dosage with each administration.
FUN FACTS- Protein Corner
What Is Protein?
Protein is found throughout the body—in muscle, bone, skin, hair, and virtually every other body part or tissue. It makes up the enzymes that power many chemical reactions and the hemoglobin that carries oxygen in your blood. At least 10,000 different proteins make you what you are and keep you that way. Protein is made up of 22 amino acids, nine of which are essential, meaning we have to get them through food because our bodies cannot produce them. Because we don’t store amino acids, our bodies make them in two different ways: either from scratch, or by modifying others. Nine amino acids—histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine—known as the essential amino acids, must come from food. The lifespan of a protein in the body is two days.
Q. How much protein do I need?
A. The actual amount of dietary protein your body needs depends on several factors, including your size, age, sex, activity level, and health status.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein if you are attempting to lose weight is half of your goal weight in grams of protein daily.
To determine your recommended grams of protein, divide your goal weight (pounds you would like to weight) by 2. For example, if you currently weight 215 pounds but you have a goal of weighing 150 pounds, you would divide 150 by 2 which equals 75 and signifies the grams of protein you must consume each day.
As we age, we lose muscle mass. If an older adult is eating a low protein diet or not consuming protein throughout the day, muscle loss may be accelerated.
Multiple studies including a long-term study led by Tufts researchers, found higher protein intake across adulthood was associated with significantly lower risk of losing physical function with age, particularly in women.
Q. When is the best time of the day to consume protein?
A. The latest research indicates protein intake should be spread out throughout the day for optimal health. Protein synthesis occurs in your body all day long. If you only consume protein in one meal, you’re missing an opportunity to optimize protein synthesis, and to build muscle.
Another reason for spreading out protein intake is that the body can only make use of a limited amount of protein at a time. Studies suggest consuming no more than 20 to 25 grams of protein at once.
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