How Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro Really Work: A Registered Dietitian Explains the Science Behind Weight Loss Medications
Semaglutide is the active ingredient in medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus. It mimics a hormone in your body called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1). This hormone plays a major role in regulating blood sugar and appetite.
How Weight Loss Medications Like Ozempic Improve More Than Just the Scale: A Regstered Dietitian Explains
Weight loss medications are not only helping with weight—they may actually prevent the development of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and many of the other conditions related to insulin resistance.
A Registered Dietitian’s Guide to Nutrient Deficiencies in Ozempic and Other Weight Loss Medication Users
Weight loss medications like Ozempic are incredibly effective at reducing calorie intake, but less food often means fewer nutrients. While these medications help with appetite suppression and calorie reduction, they don’t ensure that you're meeting your body’s nutritional needs. That’s where diet quality comes in.