Semaglutide (Ozempic for diabetes, Wegovy for weight loss) represents the most effective pure GLP-1 agonist currently available
31 Bariatric surgery is another option for obese T2D patients should lifestyle changes and pharmacological treatments not produce sufficient results, although as aforementioned this surgery is typically associated with post-surgery complications in patients
They do not produce dramatic overnight results
Patients think, Why would I go to my doctor and have them say, Eat less and move more, when I have heard that a million times and I don't want to have that lecture again?" Ard said
Until then, people should be careful with information that treats trial doses as routine medical advice
To support this, clinicians should emphasize a diversity of nutrient-dense, minimally processed foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, lean proteins, nuts, and seeds