- eat a he Starting a GLP-1 medication with @Reinvented You offers a variety of benefits, including improved blood sugar control for individuals with type 2 diabetes, significant weight loss, better energy levels and potential cardiovascular and kidney health improvements
Semaglutide may even reduce the chances of specific heart issues (like heart attacks and strokes) in heavier individuals
Keep track of how you feel after consuming protein shakesnote any patterns of nausea, bloating, or discomfort
If your tiredness persists beyond six weeks, appears suddenly after feeling well, or is accompanied by other symptoms, ask your provider for thyroid testing (TSH, free T4) and basic metabolic labs to rule out other causes
Those numbers add up fast, creating a calorie surplus that works against the medication
The typical schedule is: Weeks 14: 0.25 mg weekly Weeks 58: 0.5 mg weekly Weeks 912: 1.0 mg weekly Weeks 1314: 1.7 mg weekly Week 15+ (Maintenance): 2.4 mg weekly This step-up approach ensures safe, effective weight loss while allowing your body time to adapt