Most patients find these symptoms diminish as their body adapts to the medicine, often during the titration period
Rani Aravamudhan, senior medical director at Nomi Health, agrees, noting that "it's no surprise that a wave of GLP-1 or Ozempic alternatives has hit the market, many claiming similar effects." She adds that the trend has fueled a growing supplement industry, often backed by celebrity endorsements and social media influencers
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Plus, youll have a much lower risk of side effects