It begins when the immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid gland
It was approved in the UK in 2023 for weight management in adults with: BMI 30 kg/m (obesity), or BMI 27 kg/m (overweight) with at least one weight-related condition The medication works in several ways: Reduces hunger signals by acting on the brains appetite control centre Slows stomach emptying , creating longer-lasting fullness after meals Reduces food cravings , particularly for ultra-processed foods Clinical trials show that people taking Wegovy lose an average of 15% of their body weight after 68 weeks, compared to 2.4% with placebo
Kitchen: Lean proteins, plain crackers, ginger products (tea, chews, capsules), electrolyte drinks, broth or soup, bananas, rice, and plenty of water
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This combination of effects leads to eating less and supports weight loss efforts