By following these optimal strategies, you can safely navigate your treatment while maximizing its benefits
Empagliflozin reduces blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension
At Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, we help you: Reduce rebound hunger Prevent rapid weight regain Stabilize blood sugar patterns Build sustainable habits Explore non-medication approaches Evaluate whether you qualify for bariatric surgery Determine if a revision surgery is appropriate if regain is significant after previous weight loss surgery If youre unsure whether GLP-1 therapy, surgery, or a combination is best for you, our team is here to help you create a personalized long-term strategy
Peter Attia, MDa longevity and wellness expert and host of the The Drive podcast discusses this in detail in his blog post, Lean mass loss on GLP-1 receptor agonists: a downside of the miracle drugs. He discusses how Ozempic causes both muscle and fat loss and does not improve body composition as much as natural weight loss methods
These changes can affect your weight, appetite, blood sugar levels, and cardiovascular health