When prescribed and monitored by a physician, GLP-1 medications can be a powerful tool for patients who have struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise alone
The medications, also known as GLP-1s, have surged in popularity for weight loss but were initially developed to treat diabetes
These actions help keep blood sugar levels under control
However, because they interfere with gut and brain signalling, they can sometimes also impact your sleep-wake cycle , energy levels, and mood
If you are actively trying to lose weight or promote glycemic control, weekly dosing of semaglutide is not suitable for you
These symptoms typically normalize within 10 to 14 days