Increased Insulin Sensitivity: While Ozempic is not insulin, it enhances the bodys sensitivity to insulin
Intermittent Fasting: Wilson maintains intermittent fasting in her regimen since she has witnessed its effect on reducing body fat and hormonal manipulation
Journal of Clinical Investigation 2002
The most common side effects are similar to those seen with injectable semaglutide, including mild nausea and gastrointestinal discomfort
Most clinicians recommend starting GLP-1 first, stabilizing through the dose escalation phase, and then adding carbohydrate restriction once medication effects are predictable
I look for patients who are willing to improve diet quality, walk more, lift weights to protect muscle (nothing too heavy, just enough to keep in shape), drink enough water, sleep better, and learn how to eat when hunger cues change