A JAMA Ophthalmology study that was published in July suggested that semaglutide (the official name for Ozempic and Wegovy) may be linked to a higher risk of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION)
For too long the focus of weight loss has been size and pounds lost, when in reality, it should be about access, helping people find the best version of their health, and a system that is built for profit
Day-to-day weight can vary by 2 to 4 pounds based on hydration, sodium intake, bowel contents, and hormonal cycles
Patients carrying specific alleles of this variant may experience more pronounced A1C drops or require different dosing strategies for optimal results
So yeah, its a fascinating shift really
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