Understanding Semaglutide (Ozempic), Potential Gut Issues, Knowing The Exit Strategy, and More (Ep. 13)

The heath and fitness industry has been introduced over the past year to a drug originally meant for those with Type 2 diabetes as a "miracle" once a week weight loss drug. In today's episode, I want to present the facts about this drug, my own personal experience, potential physiological side effects, and more. If you're here, I want you to be informed before making a big health decision like this one. Please share with a friend who would benefit from hearing this message as well.   Time Stamps:   (1:20) Understanding Ozempic (1:39) Caveat Before We Start (3:12) Marketing in 2024 and Shortcuts (3:30) What is Ozempic? (7:40) Gut Issues and Gut Dysbiosis (10:45) Women Inquiring About Coaching After Using This Drug (11:40) My Own Personal Experience (13:35) GLP-1 To Manage PCOS? (15:00) Cravings and Protein Intake (18:38) What is Your Exit Strategy? (18:50) More Education In The Show Notes ----------  Resources:  PMID - 31767182 PMID: 34305810  PMID 33964002 ----------  Follow Me On Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahfechter.ifbbpro/   Check Out My Website - https://www.sarahfechter.com ----------  This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, other professional health care services, or any professional practice of any kind. Any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk and Sarah Fechter Fitness LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual use of, reference to, reliance on, or inability to use, this Podcast or the information presented in this Podcast. All contents and design for this Podcast are owned by Sarah Fechter Fitness LLC. Always consult your professional team before beginning any exercise or nutrition program.