Lifestyle modifications round out the plan: prioritize adequate sleep, manage stress, and track your food so you stay aware of what and how much you eat
People with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, MEN2 syndrome, active pancreatitis, or severe gastroparesis should not take GLP-1 agonists at all
Speaking with your primary care physician or endocrinologist and asking about potential resources to assist with obtaining medications is a good first step, says Aleem Kanji, MD, board-certified endocrinologist and obesity medicine physician at Ethos Endocrinology in Houston, Texas
Improved Blood Sugar Control Uncontrolled diabetes can damage nerves and blood vessels over time
Try taking your semaglutide at different times until you find one that works for you
While Mounjaro often leads to more pronounced weight loss, phentermine might be suitable for short-term goals