The dietary volume that felt comfortable at the therapeutic dose will feel inadequate at half the dose and completely insufficient after discontinuation
The best way to accomplish this is to focus on these three nutrients: Protein, especially from in lean meat, poultry, fish, soy, and dairy products, is incredibly important, Salamon says not only because it helps maintain lean body mass, but because the body also burns significantly more calories digesting protein than it does carbohydrates and fats
During the tapering phase, monitor your appetite changes, weight fluctuations, and mood daily, as this data helps you and your provider adjust the pace if needed
For patients with significant weight to lose, staying on treatment longer consistently produces better outcomes
Initial response to semaglutide typically begins within two to four weeks, with meaningful weight loss appearing by weeks four to eight