Ive referred to GLP-1 agents like Ozempic and Mounjaro as miracle drugs a cure not just for the obesity epidemic but for the epidemic of overconsumption that drives so much early death in the United States: overconsumption of alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, gambling, and so on, all of which have been found, in studies of varying quality, to be positively affected by the GLP-1s
Omega-3 fatty acids from fatty fish like salmon can further support heart health and provide essential fatty acids for optimal bodily functions
Patients seeking semaglutide-based weight loss treatment will likely need to rely on branded medications or other approved therapies
The good news is that having no gallbladder does not automatically disqualify someone from using semaglutide, though medical supervision and careful monitoring become even more important
Using a CGM device in combination with Ozempic treatment can help patients understand if their treatment is working properly, and if it may be causing any complications or side effects [19]
At JosephCareRX, we closely monitor patients for any digestive changes and provide recommendations for managing these side effects