Tag: Ozempic

Wygovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro; did you know your body produces its version of these drugs naturally?

Wygovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro; did you know your body produces its version of these drugs naturally? Oprah Winfrey, Keke Palmer, Amy Schumer and many other celebrities have lost weight on Wygovy or Ozempic which is basically the same medication.   The drugs slow digestion and how the stomach empties, making it difficult to overeat. While many regular people have lost weight with these medications by controlling their diabetes with the drugs, the drugs on off-label usage have been shown to offer significant weight loss for people wanting to lose weight. The catch is that the weight will come back when you Read More »

Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic work but scientists don’t understand why according to the NY Times.

Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic work but scientists don’t understand why according to the NY Times. Ozempic, by Novo Nordisk a popular diabetes drug became a sensation as it was discovered patients also lost weight while they stayed on the drug.   Also known as Wegovy, Mounjaro, Rybelsus and others that are coming soon, the manufacturer suggests that the drug also may protect against certain  heart problems and have other health effects as well Insurance companies, however, will deny the use of the drug for weight loss even though it has proven benefits that can give protection against many obesity Read More »

Berberine is considered to be a natural alternative to Ozempic; what you need to know.

Berberine is considered to be a natural alternative to Ozempic; what you need to know. Berberine is an understudied herbal supplement that has effects that are similar to Ozempic without the high price tag. Experts suggest this understudied supplement’s pound-shedding properties are unclear and mostly unproven. According to a recent blog article, “Berberine is an extract from plants that has anti-inflammatory properties. It was used in ancient medicine for its antimicrobial benefits, and it might also impact metabolism.” Ozempic has side effects such as nausea and gastrointestinal upset with a recently reported effect of malnutrition and the fact that its Read More »

The Ozempic weight loss phenomenon; what happens when you stop taking it?

The Ozempic weight loss phenomenon; what happens when you stop taking it? Ozempic, manufactured by Novo Nordisk has been in the news lately, not for its benefits if you are a type 2 diabetic or pre diabetic with a higher than desired A1C, but because of the drugs ability to help you lose a substantial amount of weight. The drug, which will markedly reduce your appetite, while possibly making you nauseated, has had the effect of improving A1C while also causing weight loss. The drug, along with another drug called Wegovy both contain semaglutide, which regulates blood sugar and insulin. Read More »