Arias says the success of GLP-1 drugs is spurring newer generations of molecules that could overtake semaglutide in popularity if they make it past the FDA
After 68 weeks, participants who received Wegovy (2.4 mg once weekly) alongside lifestyle intervention achieved an average weight loss of 14.9% of their initial body weight, compared to just 2.4% in the placebo group
doi:10.36849/JDD.6550 Samantha Ouellette BA, Giulia Frias BA, Radhika Shah MD PharmD, Mahin Alamgir MD, Cindy Wassef MD Department of Dermatology, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Somerset, NJ Abstract Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are a class of antidiabetic agents that work by inducing insulin secretion and inhibiting release of glucagon in a glucose-dependent manner
Good choices include: Dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, and collard greens, which contain lutein and zeaxanthin Orange and yellow vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers, rich in vitamin A Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, and sardines, which provide omega-3 fatty acids Nuts and seeds like almonds and sunflower seeds for vitamin E Citrus fruits and berries for vitamin C Regular physical activity helps stabilize blood sugar and improves circulation to your eyes, delivering oxygen and nutrients they need to stay healthy