So even if you qualify medically, your plan might still say no to Wegovy
Avoiding high-fat, greasy, or heavily spiced foods can also help, as these take longer to digest and may exacerbate feelings of fullness and nausea
The main message is that GLP-1 therapy behaves more like a long-term risk-reduction treatment than a short-term fix, said Robert Glatter, MD, attending physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, and assistant professor of Emergency Medicine at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell, in a previous interview
To reduce discomfort, try eating smaller, low-fat meals, staying hydrated, and avoiding skipping meals
Finally, since semaglutide can help with both weight loss and blood sugar control, sticking with the medication could also improve other health outcomes, like reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease
(2024, October)