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Rapid weight loss can cause loose skin, facial volume loss and body contour changes
Eat smaller meals, stay hydrated, avoid high-fat foods and, if needed, ask your doctor about switching to a lower dosage
Taking a smaller dose than what your doctor recommends isn’t a good idea
Both are GLP-1 medications that are FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes and weight loss, but how they work differs
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Healthy eating helps, but so do a lot of other strategies for improving your overall health and wellness
Exercising while taking semaglutide and other GLP-1s helps prevent muscle loss and boosts metabolism
Semaglutide and other GLP-1s work best as long-term medications
Both are semaglutide — but their FDA-approved uses and recommended dosages differ
The benefits of these drugs typically outweigh potential risks — but talking about your eye health and GLP-1s with your provider is advised
This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds
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