👁️ Shedding Pounds with OZEMPIC | The Perspective #40

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Did you know that celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Oprah, Elon Musk, and Mindy Kaling have openly shared their use of the diabetes drug Ozempic? This public endorsement has sparked significant interest in the drug's off-label use. It's not just celebrities but also regular people who are using it to shed pounds and achieve remarkable results.

But what is Ozempic exactly, and how does it work? Aside from short-term weight loss, what are the long-term effects? In this edition, we explore the Semaglutide: Is it a miracle drug or a health hazard?

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LOOKAHEAD 

1. Ozempic Explained

2. The Importance of Diet & Excercise

3. What Would You Do?

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OZEMPIC

1. Created for type 2 diabetes patients

   _{Type 2 diabetes: Sugar stays in the blood instead of being used for energy}

2. Novo Nordisk developed & markets the brand Ozempic

3. Approved in Canada in 2021, FDA-approved in 2017

4. Delivered by injection (intravenously)

   _{injections get higher insulin response than oral intake (incretin effect)}

5. Mimics the Glucagon-like peptide-1 hormone that is released when you eat

6. GLP-1 manages blood sugar levels _{^{by releasing insulin (a protein) in the pancreas.}}

7. Ozempic alternatives: Trulicity, Mounjaro

By The Numbers (2023) 🔢

• Ozempic sales topped about $13.9 billion (66% from the U.S.)

• Drug maker Novo sales rose 52% 

• Obesity care sales grew by 154% 

The Cost💰

The Reality 🤷🏻

• Designed and tested for type 2 diabetes patients

• Use as directed by a healthcare professional

• Eat a nutrient-dense diet

• Exercise regularly

• Take 1 weekly injection 

• Wegovy is approved for weight loss

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The Good 😃

• Slows Digestion: Your stomach empties slower, which decreases your appetite

• Fullness: Insulin (protein) makes you feel full

• Lose Weight: You eat less and shed pounds

The Not So Good 😕

• Decrease in body size, muscle mass, longevity

• Ozempic Face happens when you lose weight too quickly; your face ages faster

• Shortage in supply leads to a limit of 30 days’ supply for diabetes patients

• There are no studies on how you wean yourself off the drug. What happens when you quit Ozempic?

Side-Effects 👾

• Common: gastrointestinal issues, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation

• Serious: inflammation of the pancreas, change in vision, kidney problems, gallbladder problems, serious allergic reactions

• Possible: thyroid tumours, including cancer

  Sources: Ozempic, Habitual, Wegovy, Forbes, Healthline

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Ozempic Explained

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The Importance of Diet & Exercise

Caloric Restriction 🔥

A change in your diet creating a caloric deficit is crucial while on the drug. To manage Ozempic’s side effects, try these strategies:

• Eat 5-6 small meals to prevent gastrointestinal tract overload

• Limit fats, spice, and fibre

• Wean yourself off problem foods; do not go cold turkey

• Stay hydrated to support digestion

• Eat gut-friendly foods like yogurt, oats, broths and soups

• Take probiotics to promote gut bacteria

• Keep a food diary, vlog, or blog to identify triggers and document your weight loss journey

Regular Exercise 💪🏾

To maximize results on Ozempic, a multifaceted exercise plan is recommended:

Aerobic Exercise 🏊‍♀️

• Activities — Brisk walking, jogging, swimming, cycling

• How often — 4-5 days per week

• Duration — Start with 20-30 minutes, build to 60 mins

Strength Training 🏋️‍♀️

• Activities — Lift weights or bodyweight exercises

• How often — 2-3 days per week

• Duration — 2-4 sets of 8-12 reps per exercise.

Flexibility & Functional Activities 🧘🏼‍♀️

• Activities — Light yoga, stretching, pilates

• How often — 2-3 days per week

• Duration — Aim for 20-30 minutes

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_CONCLUSIONS 
🔑 TAKEAWAYS

1. Wegovy is approved for weight; Ozempic is not

2. More expensive than a gym membership

3. Supply will eventually meet demand; prices will decrease as other drug makers enter the market

4. Unknown Long-term effects 10, 20, 30 years

5. No biological free lunch; quick fixes come with hidden costs

6. The science of the drug will improve

7. A lifestyle change in diet and exercise is essential

8. Establish healthy habits and exercise routines before using the drug

9. What you don’t earn your results—you will take for granted

10. The chance to develop and grow through discipline and commitment is lost, as well as the opportunity to feel good about your struggles, efforts and results

Next Week: MACRONUTRIENTS | The Perspective #41

1. What are the Big 3 Macronutrients?

2. How much of each should we eat for optimal health?

3. Which macros should we eat more of?

   Find out more in the next series.

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