Alcohol can worsen the side effects of Ozempic, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Sergey Terushkin, MD, FACS is a fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in bariatric surgery, obesity medicine, GLP-1 treatment programs, medical weight loss, and long-term weight management
Available in both injectable and oral forms, such as the well-known Wegovy and the newly approved Wegovy pill, semaglutide offers flexibility to suit your preferences
Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility Quick Self-Assessment: Calculate Your BMI: BMI = (Weight in pounds / (Height in inches)) 703 Or use this quick reference: 54, 175 lbs = BMI 30 56, 186 lbs = BMI 30 58, 197 lbs = BMI 30 510, 209 lbs = BMI 30 You likely qualify if: BMI 30, OR BMI 27-29.9 + diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea Age 18+ (12+ for some medications) No personal/family history of thyroid cancer Not pregnant or planning pregnancy If you meet these criteria, proceed to Step 2
The majority of growth hormone release happens during deep sleep
Get Quality Sleep Poor sleep can worsen fatigue, so aim for a consistent bedtime and wake-up routine