Most people see substantial improvement by weeks 8-20 of consistent therapy
Whos a Good Fit for Semaglutide
Another 68-week study yielded similar results
Foods to Avoid: Spicy foods (hot peppers, chili, curry) Fatty and fried foods (burgers, fries, pizza) Chocolate Coffee and tea Soda and fizzy drinks Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, grapefruits) Tomatoes and tomato sauce Onions and garlic Mint (even breath mints and gum) Alcohol Foods That Help: Lean meats (chicken, turkey, fish) Green vegetables (broccoli, green beans, leafy greens) Oatmeal and whole grains Bananas, melons, apples, and pears Ginger (great for nausea too!) Healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, nuts) Egg whites Ginger has natural properties that fight inflammation and can help with heartburn and nausea two common problems when starting semaglutide
Implications for Practice Due to the established connection between GLP-1 agonists and DR, optometrists should err on the side of caution and be in contact with primary care physicians on whether GLP-1/gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) agonists should be prescribed in patients who have existing DR
What Is Semaglutide (GLP-1) Therapy