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10 Amazing Semaglutide Tips Straight from a Pro [Body Network]

Sharing a great article that was posted to BodyNetwork.com recently from Derek Maloney, MD (@doctormaloney). He lists 10 great tips for those on Semaglutide (and it would apply to Tirzepatide as well) that everyone should know.



Quick summary of the tips, but we do recommend visiting the full article, as you can see and hear Dr Maloney talk about some of these tips via his TikTok channel.


  1. You get MAX effects of semaglutide 3 to 4 days post injection

  2. Aim for MAX effect to hit around those days you would usually 'slip up' on your diets in the past (hint hint - maybe the weekend)

  3. He recommends getting injections on a Wednesday or Thursday

  4. Quiet the Food Noise!

  5. Food Noise has both a Psychological anda Behavioral Component

  6. Food Nose can also have a Physiological and Biological Component as well

  7. Too Much sugar - your body stores it as fat and your energy levels drop PLUS you get extra hungry

  8. Get MOST of your calories from Proteins and Fats

  9. Don't rely on processed foods

  10. Last and most important tip - Drink "A TON OF WATER!"



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