You've heard about the Wegovy shot. Now there's a pill — and the confusion is already spreading. Is it the same? Does it work as well? Can you take it with your other medications?
In December, the FDA approved an oral form of semaglutide specifically for weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction. That's a game-changer — but only if you know how to use it correctly. Take it wrong and it won't work at all.
In this episode, I will break down the five things you need to know about the new Wegovy pill. I will talk about the science behind SNAC technology, why this medication goes beyond weight loss, and what are the side effects to expect
If you or someone you love is exploring weight loss medication options, this episode gives you the clarity to have a smarter conversation with your doctor. Listen now!
Episode Highlights:
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Why the timing and conditions of how you take this pill are non-negotiable
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The science behind SNAC technology and why this pill can't just be swallowed with breakfast
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Why this medication goes beyond weight loss and also protects your heart
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What to do if you're already taking levothyroxine or other empty-stomach medications
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What side effects to expect, and how much weight loss to realistically anticipate
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Twitter | @drshellymd
About Dr. Alicia Shelly
Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014. In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss, where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, “Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''.
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