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Jamie Chung is poolside in her swimsuit! The actress shows off her incredible figure in various Andie bathing suits in one of her latest social media posts. "The most comfortable swim suits," she captioned the series of Instagram snaps, modeling one and two-pieces. "Please invite me next time," commented one of her followers. "Looks amazing," added another. How does she prioritize health and wellness? Read on to see 8 of Jamie Chung's top diet and fitness tips for staying in shape and the photos that prove they workand to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

Not all addictions are bad. Jamie is "addicted to classes," she confessed to Byrdie. She also told Harper's Bazaar that she likes to mix up workouts. "I love them all. I highly recommend ClassPass. I spend a fortune on Barry's Bootcamp, Cycle House, SoulCycle, Flywheel, Ballet Barre, SLT Pilates, YogaWorksI do everything and I'm always trying different workouts and I was like, 'Finally, 99 bucks!'"

"If I'm in the gym, I like a 15-minute warm-up on the treadmill, then I go to the [crossover] cable trainer and I do a jump pull-up and then static holds and then I'll slowly come down it really works your whole body," Jamie told Us. "I also do triceps and compound movement, like push presses and then squats with kettlebells. I'm all about time."

Jamie eats incredibly healthy. "In the morning, I'll have two breakfast tacos or a veggie egg scramble with avocado toast, and, of course, hot sauce. For lunch, I'll have a mixed-green salad with a protein and veggies and a Vita Coco Sparkling Water (lemon ginger is my fave). For dinner, I'll do a veggie brown rice stir-fry. I'm trying to reduce my animal protein intake, so I'll only have a bit of chicken or fish at lunch. For a snack, I'll have guilt-free popcorn or a handful of everything pretzel snacks from Whole Foods with guacamole," she dished to Byrdie.

Chung shies away from trendy diets. "I have done a health retreat to kick-start my new year at The Ranch Malibu. That was amazing! But I haven't tried any of the fads. I'm constantly trying to eat right and exercise. Sometimes I'll crank up the workouts so I can eat junk and have major cheat days," she told Byrdie.

Chung's dog also doubles as fitspiration. "If I decide to cancel my class, I'll motivate myself by taking Ewok on a long walk," Chung told Byrdie. "From there, I'll convince myself to do 100 jumping jacks at the park while he runs around. Then I'll do as many push-ups as I can and burn out with squats and lunges. It's not ideal, but I'll start with one thing and hopefully move to the next exercise. Before I know it, it's a solid 45-minute workout!"

To help with digestion, Jamie drinks a certain hot beverage. "After a big meal, I'll usually make myself fresh tea. It includes fresh mint (I have a small mint plant in my kitchen, so I have a constant stock of mint at all times), lots of fresh shaved ginger, lemon, and a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Sometimes I'll add a bit of honey. That usually helps me digest and helps fight any bloating!" she told Byrdie.

"The best thing to do is start with a five-minute meditation when you first wake up," Chung told Us. "It's so easy to be so stressed out and [with] all the pressures we put on ourselves, just take five minutes to meditate and get your mind right, everything else will follow."df44d9eab23ea271ddde7545ae2c09ec

Chung makes sure to stay active on a daily basis. "I like to move every day, I just feel better after I've moved, it's about your state of mind and giving yourself some endorphins," she told Us.

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Jessie Inchausp loves graphs. On a bright day in mid-March, while drinking tea in the courtyard of a hotel on the west side of Manhattan, the biochemist turned nutrition writer AirDropped me a chart tracking her Instagram follower count over the last three years. The line seemed to skim the ground, its growth so modest that it hardly registered on the graph until, in 2021, a breath of space appeared below one of the dots. Liftoff. Inchausps account reached 321,721 followers one year ago, then started to climb a little faster, maintaining a smooth upward trajectory to her current 1.9 million followers.

Considering the striking number of people I follow on Instagram who also follow Inchausp, better known as the Glucose Goddess on the platform, I had expected something much more dramatic. Instagram is very slow and very steady, she says. There arent that many spikes.

Not that many spikes happens to be the central aim of Inchausps work. She has built a career talking about the importance of keeping ones blood glucose levels relatively stable. Many people are aware that big spikes and dips can lead to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes; Inchausp tells her audience they can also cause or worsen constant hunger, fatigue, migraines, acne, heart disease, and polycystic ovary syndrome, among other health concerns. (Content warning: This article discusses diets and eating disorders.)

Inchausps first book, Glucose Revolution, goes into great detail on the science of glucose in the body, with a 32-page appendix of scientific literature, and comes to deliberately simple conclusions. Eat your veggies before your carbs, for instance. Have dessert after a meal rather than a sweet snack on its own. Go for a walk after eating. Take a shot of apple cider vinegar before a carb-heavy meal. (That one sounds weird. The acetic acid in vinegar slows the process of starches breakdown into glucose and also helps our muscles absorb it more quickly, she explains.) A typical Glucose Goddess Instagram post shows the blood glucose levels of Inchausp or another person on her team after eating two different meals: pasta by itself (bigger curve) versus pasta after eating an artichoke salad (smaller curve), for instance. Its easy to grasp the difference.

Im not actually saying anything thats super groundbreaking, Inchausp tells me. She believes that the specificity of her approach the scientific studies, the graphs pulled from her own data, the actionable hacks helps motivate change. Moreover, she offers a reason to eat artichokes that has nothing to do with their cleanness or their caloric density, or any other construct that has tormented dieters over the years, and a way to eat artichokes thats not about denying oneself tastier foods. Inchausp stresses that she eats chocolate cake, ice cream, and crepes shes French and that her method often involves eating more food than before, not less.

Her fans tell me they like her method because its hacks are simple and achievable, because she cites peer-reviewed scientific papers, and because she doesnt foreground weight loss in her messaging. In a health and food culture that tends toward extremes, Inchausp appears to have found a sweet spot: Her dietary suggestions arent punishing, but she still offers clear guidelines. One person I know, who found Inchausps hacks useful in managing gestational diabetes, expressed disillusionment with the popular notion of intuitive eating and wellness messaging about simply listening to ones body. Not everyone is in tune with their body, for a variety of reasons, she told me. People want concrete tools to feel better than they do.

Inchausps method appeals to those who recognize that as fraught as food can be, it affects their mood and health. They want a framework for talking about it, something that seems realistic, sustainable, and not too crazy. As one person put it to me: She seems to have cornered the rational market for normal people.

For some outspoken critics of diet culture, her approach is hitting the mark. The actor Jameela Jamil, who has spoken publicly about her history of disordered eating, hosted Inchausp on her I Weigh podcast in January, after using her hacks to cope with hormonal imbalances and extreme fatigue. (Its currently the podcasts most-listened-to and most-shared episode of 2023.)

Shes not about restriction, Jamil wrote in an email, when I asked how Inchausps work is different from others in the food, health, and wellness space. If anything I now eat more, and havent given up dessert. Im just more thoughtful about the order in which I eat what I want to eat, intuitively. Shes not dogmatic or fear mongering. She doesnt use cult-like language. Shes just breaking down the realities of not living a life of balance. And thats something that is very necessary given that the American diet is unlike any country Ive ever been to. The amount of sugar in the food is unheard of anywhere else Ive ever lived. Which leads to so many health issues down the line. She educates without punishing or demonizing and I think thats great.

Inchausp, who is 30, has big ambitions, starting with a new book out in May, The Glucose Goddess Method, which functions as a four-week on-ramp to implementing her hacks, complete with recipes. The book is more playful than her last one. It includes, among other graphics, a fairy version of Inchausp wearing kale-shaped wings. (She calls her visual aesthetic the baby of Einstein and Kim Kardashian.) She hopes to set up a video studio after the book is out, and shes working on her first product, which is currently top-secret. Shes launching courses this summer, including a certification designed for nutritionists, doctors, nurses, coaches, and parents.

One of Inchausps signature hacks is to eat vegetables before carbohydrates.

Inchausp looks like someone who could make it as a wellness influencer: Shes tall, thin, and great on camera, with a dimpled smile and a stylish bleached mullet. But, she says, I dont see myself as an influencer. I see myself as a teacher, and Instagram is one of my channels. She avoids sharing her personal life online and turns down the brand partnerships and collaborations that come her way. She doesnt trust scientific papers funded by corporations, after all. If one of my graphs is sponsored, how do you trust it? she says.

Still, blood glucose management is of undeniable interest to the wellness community at the moment. Gwyneth Paltrow instigated a feverish media cycle when she detailed following a diet, designed in part to avoid blood glucose spikes, that seemed to include little more than coffee, celery juice, and bone broth before dinner. (She later explained that her diet, which includes more than bone broth, is intended to manage chronic illness.) Although Inchausp believes most people would benefit from flattening their glucose curves, she is particularly impassioned about reaching those facing health outcomes much worse than an afternoon energy slump.

People are dying. [Close to] 1 billion people in the world have Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. Thats a lot of f*cking people who are going to live shorter lives, not feel good, not be able to play with their grandkids, feel depressed, feel sad, feel lonely, she says, citing numbers from the International Diabetes Federation. I want to help those people, you know?

The glucose business began for Inchausp in 2018, while she was working as a product manager at the Bay Area-based genetics company 23andMe. Born in the French surf town of Biarritz, Inchausp grew up in Paris, where she had what she describes as an easy, simple childhood. She was good in school, a perfect parent-pleaser until she moved to London for her undergraduate degree at Kings College. There, she began to rebel in all the classic ways: black clothing, her first tattoo, nights out at the club. I thought I was so cool, Inchausp says.

That freewheeling period came to a swift end on a vacation in Hawaii, when, at 19, Inchausp broke her spine jumping into the water from the top of a waterfall, requiring major surgery. The trauma left her with what was later diagnosed as depersonalization-derealization disorder, a persistent feeling of detachment from oneself and ones surroundings. The desire to reconnect with her body is what drove Inchausp to 23andMe in 2015, armed with an undergraduate degree in mathematics and a masters in biochemistry from Georgetown.

Three years into her time at the company, Inchausp volunteered to be a guinea pig for an internal project looking at continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), devices designed for people with diabetes that remain in a persons arm to constantly track their blood sugar levels. She became her own guinea pig, too. Using data from her CGM, Inchausp started figuring out how different foods affected her glucose levels, how her glucose levels affected her energy and mental state, and how she could flatten her glucose curve in order to feel better. I cured my brain fog and curbed my cravings. When I woke up, I felt amazing. For the first time since my accident, I began to feel truly well again, Inchausp writes in Glucose Revolution.

Inchausp started the Glucose Goddess Instagram account in April 2019. By the end of the year, she had left her day job to pursue the project full time. She lived on her savings while she hustled, running tests on herself to create the graphs that appeared on her Instagram and sending DMs to the biggest accounts that followed her to see if they wanted her to test certain foods for them.

After a year and a half, though, Inchausp was nearly out of money and ready to quit. Thats when her stepfather got coffee with a friend of his, and that friend, a book agent, reached out to tell Inchausp that they were going to work together. Glucose Revolution came out in April 2022 and, according to Simon & Schuster, has sold more than 1 million copies globally.

If the comments on Inchausps Instagram are any indication, her fans are eager to understand the finest details of how glucose affects a persons body. Almost every post elicits a flurry of hyperspecific questions about her glucose hacks. Can you drink apple cider vinegar during pregnancy? Does balsamic count? How long should you wait to move after eating? Whats the difference between coconut sugar and white sugar? What about artificial sweeteners? Does the ripeness of a mango matter? Is orange juice OK?

Not all of these questions are answerable, at least not to the satisfaction of Inchausps followers. To a certain extent, the ways that different foods affect blood glucose levels are generalizable. Highly refined carbs tend to affect people more than less refined carbs, says Dalia Perelman, a research dietitian at Stanford University, just as walking after eating will prove useful for pretty much everyone. But on a nitty-gritty level, blood glucose tends to be highly personal. Maybe for you, bread is more of a problem than potatoes, she says. We do see different people reacting to carbs differently.

Inchausp makes this exact point in Glucose Revolution, explaining that while people may react differently to specific foods, her hacks will help minimize glucose spikes across the board. Though Perelman doubts that every single one of Inchausps recommendations would, on their own, significantly improve every single persons blood sugar levels, shes not at all opposed to the idea of eating vegetables before pasta or pairing carbs with a protein. Theyre absolutely not damaging to anyone. The worst case scenario is that it wont help, but it wont make it worse, she says.

Perelman has seen the rise of public interest in blood glucose data firsthand. In 2018, she co-authored a paper showing that eating cornflakes and milk caused glucose elevation in the prediabetic range in 80% of study participants, none of whom had a previous diabetes diagnosis. (In her first book, Inchausp calls the research groundbreaking.) Everyday people were desperate to be a part of the study, which gave participants continuous glucose monitors. You normally have a really hard time enrolling people in clinical studies, but for this one, we almost had to do a waiting list, says Perelman. Tantalizing is the word she uses to describe data from a CGM: I think thats why [Inchausps] work is so sticky. Its a little window into one part of my body, and I can do something about it.

By managing blood glucose, Inchausp has written, I cured my brain fog and curbed my cravings.

Inchausps popularity has dovetailed with a wider and growing interest in blood glucose management among people who dont have diabetes, from biohackers to athletes to people seeking answers for chronic conditions. It has coincided, too, with the rise of Ozempic, a prescription medication developed for adults with Type 2 diabetes that causes weight loss, as a get-skinny-quick tool for those without diabetes, including celebrities and Hollywood types.

In the last few years, a number of metabolic health startups with names like Levels, Veri, and Signos have begun marketing CGMs to the general public, raising millions of dollars in venture capital funding in the process. Kara Collier, vice president of health at the CGM startup Nutrisense, says that roughly 50,000 customers have passed through its program since it launched in 2019. Some 5 to 10% of Nutrisense members have diabetes, another 10 to 15% have prediabetes, and a third dont have any condition at all; the largest group have a chronic health condition other than diabetes.

We get a lot of people who maybe traditional health care is not helping that well, says Collier. A ton of hypothyroidism, Hashimotos, [polycystic ovary syndrome], chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, or a history of gestational diabetes.

Public awareness of blood glucose management outside of the diabetes community may be relatively new, but this story of people feeling let down by the medical system and turning to other channels is the backbone of the wellness industry. Its so appealing because the conventional system lets so many people down or doesnt serve us in the way we need, especially when it comes to unexplained symptoms or chronic illness, says Christy Harrison, a dietitian and author of The Wellness Trap. Womens pain especially is minimized, and Black womens pain especially. There are a lot of preexisting issues with the health care system that wellness culture is now capitalizing on.

Harrison sees Inchausps work as part of a wave of food-related protocols that bill themselves as lifestyles, not diets. Still, she says, any method that has dietary guidelines, no matter how gentle its language, will for some people become an unhealthy framework of fear and anxiety around food. Inevitably that kind of messaging will be filtered through the lens of diet culture, and people are going to turn it into rules, Harrison says.

After we had tea in Manhattan, I got on Zoom with Inchausp to ask her about this thorny problem. She was back in Paris, where she lives when shes not in New York. I told Inchausp that Id tested out her glucose hacks and had noticed some old patterns of thinking about good foods and bad foods creeping into my head, even though I knew that wasnt her message at all. I didnt blame her for this Ive got more beef with the womens magazines I inhaled as a tween in the early 2000s but I also couldnt be the only one whod had this experience.

Inchausp wasnt defensive; this is something shes thought about a lot. This is a question I face every day. When Im writing every single post, Im always thinking about How can I make this as positive and nonrestrictive as possible, while still giving people information that might save their life? she says. Its a fine line, and I dont have the perfect answer. What I also say is if you have a history of eating disorders, and you dont want to know anything about food, then my stuff is not for you, and thats totally fine.

She writes about weight loss less than she did when she started her Instagram account, after critical comments made her realize how ingrained diet culture was in her own psyche. (The original printing of Glucose Revolution had the phrase lose weight on the cover, which she and her publisher agreed to remove from later editions.) Inchausp steers clear of bikini selfies on her Instagram and leaves exact numbers off of the glucose graphs that she posts, lest anyone become obsessed with comparing their stats.

She also stopped posting selfies of herself wearing a CGM after she received criticism from people in the Type 1 diabetes community. They felt that the photos she posted of herself wearing a CGM were making an essential health care tool look like a fashion accessory. (Inchausp doesnt regularly wear a CGM anymore and doesnt feel that most people should wear them, since theyre very expensive and, in many cases, medically unnecessary.)

Ive come to realize that the things that affect me usually point to a weak spot, she says of the negative feedback she receives. When something affects me, thats a place where I need to mature my thinking and figure out what I think about that, and either change or know what my position is. The accusation that she was causing eating disorders used to send her into a tailspin. Now she knows where she stands on that and why.

Even as she works to make her writing as nontriggering as possible, Inchausp takes a wider view of her work. Im serving people who have Type 2 diabetes and are about to get their foot amputated, she says. Thats my mission. I do acknowledge that Im talking about food, and that Im giving guidelines that can be construed as rules. But its not enough to make me rethink everything.

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Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet. It can help you maintain a healthy weight, lower your risk of diabetes and relieve constipation. Dietitian Kristie Jacobsen, MA, RDN at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center gives her tips for a high-fiber salad.

Fiber comes in different forms. Each form offers different health benefits.

Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel when it touches water. In your stomach, it acts like a sponge and helps you feel full quicker and longer. For people wanting to lose weight, food high in soluble fiber can help you go longer in between meals.

Insoluble fiber helps move food through your digestive system. It can be great for relieving constipation and having a healthy gastrointestinal tract.

A good combination of both soluble and insoluble fiber is important for your diet, especially if youre trying to lose weight, said Jacobsen.

Adding fiber-rich foods to a salad is a great way to improve your diet. Good sources of fiber include:

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Semaglutide is arguably the most talked about injectable drug in 2023. It is better known by two brand names, Ozempic and Wegovy. We will compare the differences between Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss, cost and safety.

Although both injectable weight loss medications are effective they do have some rather prohibitive negatives.

The weight loss drugs are expensive and have a high price tag costing around $1000 a month, both can cause some nasty side effects and they are not available or accessible to all.

Another negative that is often leveled at Wegovy and Ozempic is that once you stop taking all the lost weight is regained?

For these reasons there are some natural weight loss supplements that have found their place in the market. They offer a safer, cheaper and more permanent weight loss solution.

These are the two over the counter diet supplements that are often positioned as alternatives to weight loss injections.

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PhenQ is a natural weight loss supplement designed to assist men and women in their weight loss journey by combining multiple benefits in one product. It claims to act as a fat burner, appetite suppressant, and fat blocker, helping individuals lose weight safely and effectively.

PhenQ's formula contains natural ingredients such as -Lacys Reset, which is believed to boost metabolism and increase the body's fat-burning capabilities.

Capsimax powder, a blend of capsicum, piperine, caffeine, and niacin, may further enhance thermogenesis, promoting calorie burning. Chromium picolinate, a trace mineral, is included to help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce cravings.

Nopal, a fiber-rich cactus extract, aids in suppressing appetite by promoting a feeling of fullness, while L-carnitine fumarate, an amino acid, supports energy production by converting stored fat into usable energy. This helps counteract the fatigue often experienced during weight loss efforts.

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Zotrim is a natural dietary supplement designed to aid weight loss by acting as an appetite suppressant and promoting feelings of fullness. Its formula consists of a blend of herbal extracts and natural ingredients, including Yerba Mate, Guarana, and Damiana, which work synergistically to help control hunger and reduce food intake.

Yerba Mate is rich in antioxidants and nutrients that boost energy levels and metabolism, helping the body burn calories more efficiently.

Guarana, a natural source of caffeine, further enhances metabolism and provides a gentle energy boost. Damiana is believed to have mood-enhancing properties, which can help curb emotional eating.

By suppressing appetite and reducing the urge to snack or overeat, Zotrim aims to make it easier for individuals to stick to a calorie-controlled diet.

To achieve optimal weight loss results, it is essential to combine Zotrim with a balanced diet, healthy food choices and regular physical activity. It is crucial to consult a healthcare professional before starting any weight loss supplement to ensure it is suitable for individual needs and health conditions.

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Type 2 diabetes and obesity or being overweight have a complex, interrelated relationship. Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body's inability to use insulin effectively, also known as insulin resistance.

Obesity is defined as having an excessive amount of body fat and a high Body Mass Index (BMI), while being overweight refers to having more body weight than what is considered healthy for a given height.

There is a strong correlation between obesity and the development of type 2 diabetes. This is mainly due to the fact that excess body fat, particularly visceral fat (fat stored around the organs), has been shown to increase insulin resistance.

When a person is obese or overweight, their body requires more insulin to maintain normal blood sugar levels. Over time, the increased demand for insulin can lead to the pancreas becoming overworked and losing its ability to produce sufficient amounts of insulin. This can result in the development of type 2 diabetes.

This is where Ozempic and Wegovy are often positioned - to reduce body weight, support metabolic health, and aid glycemic control.

Obesity can also cause inflammation, which is believed to contribute to insulin resistance. The accumulation of fat in the body releases pro-inflammatory molecules called cytokines. These cytokines can impair the normal function of insulin receptors on the surface of cells, further exacerbating insulin resistance and increasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Therefore, someone who is obese is more likely to suffer from or develop type 2 diabetes due to the increased insulin resistance and inflammation associated with excess body fat.

However, it is important to note that not all obese or overweight individuals will develop cardiovascular complications from type 2 diabetes, as genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors, and other health conditions also play a role in determining an individual's risk for cardiovascular disease.

Weight loss and adopting a healthier lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular physical activity, can significantly reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes for those who are overweight or obese. For individuals already diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, losing weight and improving overall health can help manage the condition and prevent or delay diabetes-related complications.

Ozempic is a brand name for the injectable medication semaglutide, developed by Novo Nordisk. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, alongside diet and exercise, as a part of a comprehensive diabetes management plan. Ozempic is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, which means it mimics the functions of the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1 in the body.

GLP-1 is an incretin hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels. It stimulates the secretion of insulin by pancreatic beta cells when blood sugar levels are elevated, slows down gastric emptying, and reduces the production of glucose by the liver. Additionally, GLP-1 promotes satiety, which helps control appetite and reduces food intake.

Ozempic works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, thereby enhancing its positive impact on blood sugar regulation. It helps increase insulin secretion in response to elevated blood sugar levels, slows down the digestion process to reduce glucose absorption, and decreases the liver's glucose production to lower blood sugar levels.

Ozempic can improve blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Moreover, its appetite-suppressing effect can aid in weight loss, which is beneficial for those who are overweight or obese and managing type 2 diabetes.

It is important to note that Ozempic is not a substitute for insulin and should not be used to treat type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Wegovy is another brand name for semaglutide, also a medication developed by Novo Nordisk, specifically designed to promote weight loss and approved for weight management in adults who are overweight or obese and have weight-related health issues.

While semaglutide is also used to treat type 2 diabetes under the brand name Ozempic, Wegovy has been formulated with a focus on weight loss. There are many Wegovy reviews that give a balanced opinion of its pros and cons.

Wegovy is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, which means it mimics the actions of the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1 in the body. GLP-1 is an incretin hormone that plays a significant role in blood sugar regulation and appetite control.

The primary mechanism of action for Wegovy is its ability to activate GLP-1 receptors, leading to increased feelings of fullness and satiety. This, in turn, helps reduce food intake and promotes weight loss.

Wegovy also slows down gastric emptying, which means the rate at which food leaves the stomach is reduced, resulting in a more gradual release of nutrients into the bloodstream. This can contribute to improved blood sugar control and potentially aid in managing type 2 diabetes for those who are overweight or obese.

Wegovy is administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection and should be used in combination with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for optimal weight management results. It is important to note that Wegovy is not indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes or as a substitute for insulin in patients with diabetes.

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Wegovy and Ozempic are essentially the same drug both contain the same active ingredient, semaglutide, but they are FDA approved for different indications. Ozempic is primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is used for chronic weight management in adults who are overweight or obese with weight-related health issues.

The doses are one point of differentiation. Self-injection under the skin with 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, or 2.0 mg of Ozempic is how the medication is administered.

The same administration method is used for Wegovy, and a full dose is 2.4 milligrams. Because both come in prefilled pens or syringes, there is no chance of accidentally taking too much or too little of the medication.

Since both medications contain semaglutide, their safety profiles are similar. The most common side effects associated with semaglutide include gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, high blood pressure and abdominal pain. These side effects are generally mild to moderate in severity and tend to decrease over time as the body adjusts to the medication.

It is important to note that the safety of Ozempic and Wegovy should be considered in the context of their intended use. For patients with type 2 diabetes, Ozempic is the appropriate choice, as it has been specifically developed and approved for managing their high cholesterol, blood pressure and sugar levels. On the other hand, for individuals who need assistance to lose weight, Wegovy would be the suitable option.

In both cases, the safety and effectiveness of the medication should be evaluated and monitored by a healthcare professional. They will consider the patient's medical history, current health status, and other medications they are taking to determine the most appropriate treatment option.

There have also been links to thyroid cancer with Semaglutide use.

It is not a matter of which medication is "safer" in general, but rather which one is the most appropriate for a specific patient's needs and health conditions. It is essential to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the best course of action for each individual case.

Ozempic (semaglutide) and Wegovy (semaglutide) are essentially the same active ingredient, but they have been approved for different indications. Ozempic is used for treating type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is used for weight management in adults who are overweight or obese with weight-related health issues.

Both Ozempic and Wegovy may have drug interactions, which can affect their efficacy and safety. Some potential drug interactions with Wegovy and Ozempic include:

It is crucial to inform your healthcare provider about all the medications, supplements, and over-the-counter drugs you are taking before starting treatment with Ozempic or Wegovy. The healthcare provider can then assess potential drug interactions and make appropriate recommendations to ensure the safe and effective use of these medications.

Ozempic and Wegovy both contain the active ingredient semaglutide, but they are approved for different indications. Ozempic is primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is specifically approved for weight management in adults who are overweight or obese with weight-related health issues.

When considering weight loss as the primary goal, Wegovy would be the more appropriate choice. Wegovy has been developed and tested specifically for weight management, with clinical trials showing significant weight loss results in comparison to placebo.

The weight loss effects of Wegovy are more pronounced than those observed with Ozempic, as Wegovy is formulated at a higher dose to maximize its impact on weight loss.

However, it is crucial for overweight patients to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any weight loss medication, including injectable drugs like Wegovy. The healthcare provider will assess the patient's medical history, current health status, and other medications they are taking to determine the most appropriate treatment option.

In summary, for individuals whose primary goal is weight loss, Wegovy is likely the better option compared to Ozempic. Nonetheless, it is essential to discuss the choice with a healthcare professional to ensure the medication is suitable for the patient's specific needs and health conditions.

In most cases, Medicare and commercial insurance companies will not pay for weight loss medications that require a prescription from a doctor. On the other hand, there are several plans that might help cover the expense of these medications. The cost of having insurance coverage depends on the plan that you choose.

With proper prior authorization, certain insurance policies might help cover the cost of Wegovy in certain instances. It is more likely that Medicare and commercial insurance plans will cover Ozempic for the treatment of type 2 diabetes than they would cover Wegovy for weight loss.

If you do not have health insurance, the typical retail price of these medications might be quite costly.

When compared, the price of a one-month supply of Wegovy is approximately $1,500, but the price of a one-month supply of Ozempic can reach up to almost $1,000. It's possible that a coupon for SingleCare, Wegovy, or Ozempic might cut your retail expenditures by several hundred dollars.

Both Ozempic (semaglutide) and Wegovy (semaglutide) have the same active component, Semaglutide; however, regulatory approval has been granted for each drug to treat a different condition.

Wegovy is used for chronic weight management in adults who are overweight or obese with weight-related conditions, whereas Ozempic is utilized for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

The cost of Wegovy and Ozempic is comparable - and so are the side effects.

If your main concern is weight loss choose Wegovy, if you need to control blood sugar or have diabetes then Ozempic is the drug to use.

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Ozempic, a prescription drug that is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes in adults has been gaining popularity onsocial media as a quick waytolose weight.Celebrities and TikTok influencers (who are non-diabetic) are resorting to this medicationtoinduce weight lossin a short duration of time.

Elon Musk has been quite supportive of the drug.

These are some of the common side-effects of Ozempicwhen it's consumed for blood sugar control:

Dr Sundeep Khandelwal, a physician based in Delhi-NCR, told dailyO that Ozempic or any other diabetic drug that leads to fat loss should only be taken when a doctor prescribes this drug.

"Ozempic or semiglutide drugs are specially recommended for diabetic patients who suffer fromobesity. Although, such drugs are good in treating diabetes they have severe side-effects as well," he said.

Would you ever want to resort to such kind of way to lose or manage your weight?

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COLUMBUS, Ohio There are plenty of different methods people use to lose weight, but not all of them work as well as you might think especially if youre not staying physically active. A new study finds that strategies like skipping meals and taking diet pills fail to significantly shed excess weight. Moreover, a team from The Ohio State University says these shortcut weight loss solutions arent helping to prevent another problem connected to obesity heart disease.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of the death in the United States, and American adults still have ways to go as far as following measures for prevention and optimal health. While its easy to associate better health with losing weight by any means necessary, the new study says theres more to the story.

In this study, researchers analyzed data from over 20,000 adults and compared weight loss strategies and results. They used the American Heart Associations Lifes Essential 8, a heart disease reduction checklist providing optimal recommendations for body weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, smoking, physical activity, diet, and sleep, as a tool for analysis.

The Lifes Essential 8 is a valuable tool that provides the core components for cardiovascular health, many of which are modifiable through behavior change, says senior study author Colleen Spees, associate professor ofmedical dieteticsin theSchool of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Ohio State, in a university release.

The team found that U.S. adults scored an average of 60 percent on these eight healthy measures, which suggests that theres a long road ahead as far as improving lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise.

Based on the findings in this study, we have a lot of work to do as a country, adds Spees. Even though there were significant differences on several parameters between the groups, the fact remains that as a whole, adults in this country are not adopting the Lifes Essential 8 behaviors that are directly correlated with heart health.

The team also found that 17,435 out of the 20,305 adult participants maintained or gained weight over the past year. The remaining participants reported an intentional loss of at least five percent of their body weight.

Clinically significant weight loss results in improvements in some health indices, explains Spees. People should feel hopeful in knowing that losing just 5% of their body weight is meaningful in terms of clinical improvements. This is not a huge weight loss. Its achievable for most, and I would hope that incentives people instead of being paralyzed with a fear of failure.

Those that had clinically significant weight loss reported having an overall higher quality diet, as measured by eating sufficient protein, keeping refined grains and added sugar to a minimum, engaging in moderate and vigorous physical activity, and having lower LDL cholesterol. However, the weight loss group also had a higher average body mass index and overall blood sugar, as well as fewer hours of sleep, which brought down their Lifes Essential 8 score.

Interestingly, those that didnt make the cut for clinically significant weight loss often reported skipping meals and taking diet pills in an effort to shed the pounds. Some even reported following low-carb and liquid diets, taking laxatives or vomiting, and smoking.

We saw that people are still gravitating to non-evidence-based approaches for weight loss, which are not sustainable. What is sustainable is changing behaviors and eating patterns, says Spees.

Given these results, Spees urges for an effort that shifts to prevention rather than picking up the pieces after heart disease happens.

We absolutely need to be moving toward prevention of disease versus waiting until people are diagnosed with a disease. This becomes quite overwhelming, and individuals may feel its too late at that point, the researcher explains.

We have fantastic research, we have incredible educators, Spees concludes. What we dont have is policy that promotes optimal health across the lifespan, from pregnancy through older adulthood.

The findings are published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

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Ever clicked on a link because of a sensationalist headline or image? Or worse, shared it on social media without even reading it? If so, you've fallen victim to what's known as clickbait, and you're probably not alone.

"Humans are the weak link in online safety," said Esma Ameur, a professor in Universit de Montral's Department of Computer Science and Operations Research.

Ameur, a specialist in computer security and artificial intelligence, recently published a review of recent research on fake news, disinformation and misinformation on social media in the journal Social Network Analysis and Mining.

In it, she examines the many varieties of fake news: from clickbait, considered the least serious, to conspiracy theories, which can be much more dangerous. Other types include satire, which uses misinformation to ridicule; hoaxes, which are false or intentionally fabricated news stories; propaganda, which is information of a biased nature created by political entities; and rumors, which are ambiguous and unconfirmed claims.

"It's important to know about the types of fake news so you can be on guard and recognize them on social media," said Ameur.

That is the crux of her message: the only way to fight online disinformation is public education, awareness and vigilance.

Ameur believes that lack of user awareness is responsible for the proliferation of fake news and disinformation on social media.

"Recent stats show that the majority of fake news disseminated on social media is unintentional," she noted. "There are five times as many people sharing fake news with no intent to mislead others versus people who do so intentionally. And the percentage of people who say they have confidence in their ability to detect fake information is 10 times higher than the percentage who do not."

In short, users share fake content without realizing it and are convinced of its veracity. Thus, the problem lies not so much in people's bad intentions as in their lack of critical thinking.

To overcome it, Ameur advocates teaching children to critically assess the information they read online starting in primary school and to continue raising awareness among users of all ages.

"The ordinary citizen is capable of detecting fake news," she said. "But only if they're educated, stay alert and know they can't believe everything they read or hear. If you're going to use a powerful tool like social media, you need to be aware of its risks. A one-hour workshop on information security doesn't cut it; it has to be integrated into the school curriculum at all levels."

The same applies to the conversation robot ChatGPT, which sometimes gives wrong answers and even "hallucinates." Everything we read must be taken a grain of saltand a dose of critical thinking.

Ameur stressed the importance of checking the source of a piece of information. There are a number of warning signs that it may be untrustworthy, including spelling errors, non-secure web addresses, recently created websites and, in the case of an email, an urgent or insistent tone.

Identifying fake news remains a challenge. Apart from a sharpened critical sense, what tools do we have?

According to Ameur, AI technologies such as machine learning and deep learning are not yet up to the task.

In fact, these technologies can actually be used to create and disseminate fake content. A notable example is the deepfake, in which a person's face or body is digitally altered to make them resemble someone else. Another is the use of so-called collaborative filtering algorithms, which predict what content users like to see based on the preferences of other users with similar interests. This creates an information bubble in which users are only presented content that confirms their beliefs and viewpoints.

On a positive note, Ameur pointed to some online resources that people can use to separate fact from fiction in what they read online. For example, websites like FactCheck, PolitiFact and Snopes regularly check and rate the factual accuracy of stories circulating online. The browser extension NewsGuard gives a trustworthiness score for the websites you consult. Google's reverse image search function and TinEye can be used to trace the source of an image, and LinkedIn to check an author's professional credentials.

"Fake news can fuel fears, reinforce biases, sow confusion, incite hatred and discrimination, and erode the public's confidence in democracy," said Ameur. "We need to put our efforts into prevention and to educating people. If we don't act now, we're heading for a brick wall."

More information: Esma Ameur et al, Fake news, disinformation and misinformation in social media: a review, Social Network Analysis and Mining (2023). DOI: 10.1007/s13278-023-01028-5

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Weight loss tips: Increasing your workout's intensity can help overcome weight loss plateau

You are following the right diet and exercising well but still not losing any weight. Well, many face this issue when on a weight loss program. When you are doing everything right and still not losing any weight, it means you have reached a weight loss plateau. It can be a frustrating situation but you can effectively manage a weight loss plateau. A few changes in your diet, meal timing, the intensity of your exercise and a few more modifications here and there can help overcome a weight loss plateau. But first, you need to identify the reason behind the weight loss plateau. To help you reach your desired body weight, here's a list of possible reasons behind a weight loss plateau.

In a recent Instagram post, nutritionist Nmami Agarwal shared a list of factors which can contribute to a weight loss plateau. Let's take a look at her list.

The nutritionist says that you might have reached equilibrium which means your calorie intake is equal to the calorie burnt.

Quality and quantity of sleep matter when trying to lose weight. Sleep affects your weight loss process in several ways. Improper sleep is another reason why you are not losing weight on the scale.

Nmami explained that when you do strength training you may lose inches but not lose weight. Also, you gain muscle mass. But she says that's absolutely okay and healthy.

Uncontrolled stress also influences your hormones which can affect your body weight. Therefore, stress management is a crucial part of your weight loss journey.

The nutritionist said, "Sometimes, your body goes in a protective mode where it wants to keep the little fat." Therefore, give your body some time.

Your body gets used to the workout regime. So, you might have to change the intensity or the duration of the workout.

If you are struggling too, follow these tips and see effective results.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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Why are people on TikTok drinking lemon coffee? Reportedly, it helps you lose weight, but we spoke to nutrition experts on how, why, and if it's safe.

Viral TikTok health trends can go one way or another some are actually effective (i.e. the 12-3-30 workout); while others have been downright dangerous. But anyway, one that's recently clogged our feeds is drinking lemon coffee for weight loss, and we can't help but wonder if it actually works and if it's safe.

That why we spoke to nutrition experts to see what the trend is all about.

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The concoction consists of instant coffee, hot water, and fresh squeezed lemon juice. And based on the facial expressions from those who've tried it, the drink tastes just as bad as it sounds.

Many celebrate the nasty concoction for its ability to "burn belly fat" and speed up the metabolism. Eye roll. However, since we're skeptical and quite frankly uninformed, we're leaving it to the experts. But first, watch the below TikTok videos touting the fad's "magical" benefits.

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Even though lemon coffee is new to the world of "health Tok," New York-based Longevity & Regenerative Medicine Doctor, Dr. Neil Paulvin, tells us via email that adding lemon juice to your beverage in the name of weight loss is nothing new.

"I assume this trend originated from the idea of drinking lemon water in the morning to help flush the system and getting your morning caffeine intake," he ponders.

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But R.D. Melissa Gingold, who works for the private practice Nutrition by R.D., doesn't think adding lemon to coffee specifically will necessarily result in weight loss.

"Incorporating fruits into your day is of course a healthy and hydrating habit," she explains, "but research has not shown there is a particular reason to focus on lemons, as opposed to consuming a variety of nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables."

Brenna Wallace, M.S., R.D.N., who is also a Registered Dietitian at Factor, says there isn't even a scientific link between coffee and weight loss.

"Although there are some studies that suggest coffee can aid in weight loss, these studies also had participants following a healthy diet and exercise plan, and even though coffee may speed up metabolic rate, there is no evidence that shows this alone causes weight loss," she says.

So, why would this trend have any ounce of merit in the first place?

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Weight loss drinks like these are often praised for "flushing toxins from your body." However, that isn't the case for lemon coffee or other any drinks of the like, Wallace says, because your body does that naturally.

"If your liver and kidneys are functioning properly, your body is already working around the clock to flush out toxins," she explains. "So while drinking lemon coffee may increase urine production between the caffeine and water, its not necessarily 'flushing out toxins.'

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And what's more, the TikTok videos surrounding the trend don't take diet changes or exercise into account. Many who take to TikTok in light of the trend trend are also simultaneously upping their workout routines, or are partaking in other weight loss fads, such as intermittent fasting.

Ultimately, it's kind of unclear based on the videos if these alleged results are based on the coffee or external factors. So yeah, there seems to be a plot hole or two in these "magical weight loss vids."

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Most experts are not fans of the lemon trend because of the drink's high levels of acidity, as well as the message behind it.

"It's a no for me. This is another 'quick fix' weight loss hack that not only tastes as bad as it sounds, but can also cause heartburn due to the acidity of the coffee combined with the acidity of lemon," Dr. Paulvin explains. "I don't see this trend lasting very long and would recommend steering clear of this acidic combo."

With that, Gingold adds that forcing oneself to drink something so disgusting and painful to choke down creates a bad mindset for getting healthy.

"These TikTok weight loss trends are reductive and certainly not promoting of wellness, as they glorify weight loss even at the cost of health and well-being," she says. "Lemon coffee is a contrived combination whose flavor many would probably find unenjoyable we deserve to find satisfaction in the foods and beverages we consume. To say otherwise is to promote a disordered and unsustainable mindset around health and nutrition."

Instead, Wallace encourages those looking to shed a few pounds to reach for a glass of water. It tastes better, and water helps "move things along," internally.

"Overall, adding lemon into your water (or coffee) will not cause weight loss, but if it helps you drink more water, that's great," she tells us. "Improving hydration is one piece of the whole puzzle when it comes to weight loss."

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In an effort to eat more sustainable foods, Bruning shares some advice with us. She recommends that to truly eat in a way that supports regenerative agriculture, you need to know more about the specific foods you eat.Farmers markets will be picking up across the country as spring gets into full swing. Talk to farmers at the market and learn more about how their farms practice regenerative agriculture.

If you cant make it to your local farmers market, Bruning says you can still make sustainable choices at the grocery store. For those foods you buy at the store, start reading packaging, look up the product website, and if you dont see the information you need to make a planet-friendly decision, try writing to the company to ask for more information.

While evidence varies as to the nutrient levels found in more or less sustainably grown foods, Bruning says the benefits of eating foods grown with regenerative practices come back to whole-planet health. Cleaner waterways and air, healthier soil, and a better balance with nature can all impact human health in a myriad of ways.

Bruning has one last recommendation: One note of caution: If someone wants to eat in a way that supports regenerative agriculture, start small, Bruning said. One change at a time as you learn more about farming and the impact that food selection has on the planet. Dont become restricted in how you eat because you cant find options that come from regenerative agriculture, and dont break the bank in your pursuits. Do what is reasonable and healthy for YOU when it comes to changing up your eating pattern.

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