The medication is self-administered as a subcutaneous injection in the stomach, thigh, or upper arm once a week on the same day every week
Dr Levy said this increases the risk of contamination and sterilization issues and warned that Wegovy needs to be taken with the oversight of a medical professional
This will help reduce the likelihood of overeating while still ensuring you are eating enough Avoid eating too close to bedtime or lying down after meals as this can trigger reflux and other GI symptoms Limit physical activity after meals as vigorous movement can trigger nausea, cramping, reflux and vomiting Be mindful of foods that may worsen these symptoms: high-fat foods, high-sugar foods, spicy foods, and alcohol Consider ginger or peppermint tea 30 minutes after injection and throughout the week to help with nausea Recommendations for Diarrhea Focus on hydration
But actually, GLP-1s are meant to be taken for life
For tens of thousands of years, human survival depended on a strong desire to seek food and eat what was available
In recent months, individuals who struggle with weight loss have been prescribed the injectables as a means to manage their weight