The most likely adverse effects are local skin reactions including irritation, contact dermatitis, redness, and itching
Foods to Avoid: Processed foods High-sugar foods and beverages Refined carbohydrates (white bread, crackers) Fried or greasy foods Spicy or acidic foods (which can cause digestive discomfort) Alcohol in excess In addition to this list, Werner explains that other factors can hinder the effects of the GLP-1 medication
They are Semaglutide (Wegovy), which is a similar medication to Ozempic, which is mainly used in diabetic patients, as well as Tirzepatide (Zepbound) and Liraglutide (Saxenda)
It wasnt jittery, exactly, but I did notice a definite increase in overall energy and awakeness (especially at a time when I usually start fading and thinking about what Im going to have for dinner)
In a randomized phase 3a study published in Diabetes Care, those taking oral semaglutide monotherapy experienced superior and clinically significant improvements in A1c and weight loss compared to those taking a placebo
The effect is likely modest compared to pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonists, but it exists