Regular monitoring helps ensure both Wegovy and thyroid treatment remain appropriate as your weight changes
Semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy), along with other GLP-1 medications, works by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone in your body called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
Figure 10: Diagram of the RIA method together with photographs of Professor Rosalyn Yalow (top) and Professor Solomon Berson (bottom)
The potential cardiovascular benefits expected from this new therapeutic approach to obtain glycemic control in T2D arises a possibility to change the excessive cardiovascular burden related to this disease in both developed and developing countries worldwide
However, we often recommend checking: Kidney and liver function Thyroid profile Blood glucose and HbA1c Cholesterol levels These provide a useful baseline and ensure your body is responding safely to treatment
Eating foods that are high in fiber, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, can help enhance GLP-1 levels
