Lifestyle Changes That Help Small changes in your daily routine can prevent heartburn: Sleep Smart: Raise the head of your bed 6-8 inches using bed risers or blocks Use a wedge pillow designed for acid reflux Sleep on your left side (this keeps acid down better than your right side or back) Dress Comfortably: Wear loose pants, skirts, and dresses Avoid tight belts and waistbands Choose stretchy fabrics that dont squeeze your belly Lose Weight if Needed: The good news is that semaglutide helps you lose weight, and weight loss often improves acid reflux over time
If no effect is felt, increase the dose to 7mg/14mg
The idea of starting "low and slow" with GLP-1 medications feels intuitive, especially when you're navigating midlife weight gain and metabolic shifts that seem impossible to manage
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However, researchers believe the heart benefits likely reflect multiple effectsnot just weight loss, but also changes in inflammation, blood pressure, and metabolism