Appropriately, and in the midst of writing this article, the FDA approved semaglutide 2.4 mg weekly for weight loss alone, specifically for adults with BMI of 27 mg/m2 with one or more weight-related comorbidities or in adults with a BMI of at least 30 kg/m2
Weight change with GLP-1 is gradual
Constipation from semaglutide, the active ingredient in both Wegovy and Ozempic, can last a median of 47 days, or about six weeks
You feel full for longer and get hungry at a slower pace
Benefits vary, but you may experience weight loss, improved fertility, smoking cessation, cardiovascular benefits, and neuroprotective treatment of PCOS.
This effect reduces appetite and helps food stay in the stomach longer, contributing to fewer cravings and better portion control