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Meanwhile, figures from 2023 show that slightly more than half (57%) of the GLP-1 diabetes drugs in the market are Semaglutide
These may have ingredients like berberine, cinnamon, garcinia, etc., which claim to help manage appetite, reduce insulin resistance, manage blood sugar levels and support overall wellness 9 , 10 , 12
Patients with a history of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) or those who have had thyroid cancer or a family history of medullary thyroid cancer should avoid semaglutide due to potential risks
If youre in the early weeks post-surgery, stick to walking and light stretching
Compounded versions of GLP-1 receptor agonists are not FDA-approved and can increase the risk of contamination when purchased from unreliable sources