For weight management, being overweight alone isnt always enough for insurance companies to cover GLP1 drugs
Reports have shown a lower incidence of anxiety and depression in GLP-1 analog users [like semaglutide] compared with nonusers, possibly due to anti-inflammatory effects on neuroinflammation and reduced concern about weight gain, says Roshani Sanghani, MD, an endocrinologist in private practice who sees patients via telemedicine
"We also use online options for speed and ease," she said
Reduce appetite Physical hunger decreased Better sleep Improved energy levels Improved insulin pathways and blood sugar levels On average, patients have lost 15% of their body weight (in increments of 1-3 pounds per week)
Most people report the needle sensation as minimal after the first few weeks
Nausea affects up to 44% of users at higher doses