Patients wishing to understand their eligibility for NHS weight management services, including Tier 3 specialist services or Tier 4 bariatric surgery pathways, should speak to their GP, who can advise on local referral criteria in line with NICE and NHS guidance
Other Vitamin/Mineral Shortfalls: Calcium, magnesium, zinc, and copper are among other micronutrients that could become low if your diet is very limited
GI symptom severity tracking
Additionally, your insurance provider may not cover off-label use of Ozempic for weight loss
The peptide is working improving insulin sensitivity, recalibrating hunger signaling through the GIP receptor but visible results take longer to show
Tirzepatide is often preferred for sustainable weight management, while phentermine is typically used as a temporary solution