Qualifying criteria include BMI greater than 27 with prediabetes or established cardiovascular disease, or BMI over 30 with uncontrolled hypertension, advanced kidney disease, or heart failure
Semaglutide acts by binding to the GLP-1 receptors, which are primarily located in the pancreas
It is labeled as an adjunct to diet and exercise for weight management in overweight or obese adults
For people with diabetes, a dose of semaglutide (2.4mg) a week was found to help prevent glucose control problems associated with type 2 diabetes
Tofu, tempeh, or edamame: Good alternatives if meat is unappealing
Additionally, studies have observed low blood levels of vitamin C in patients living with cancer and have shown improved quality of life for those with terminal disease