If you watch TV, read the news, scroll TikTok, or consume any kind of media at all, you’ve at least heard of Ozempic and other semaglutide medications like Wegovy and Rybelsus, as well as similar tirzepatide drugs like Mounjaro and Zepbound. These prescription medications were initially developed to treat type 2 diabetes but have since […]
The rise of drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) has been propelled by their success in helping celebrities and civilians lose weight. But many questions remain about these medications, a common one being: Can you exercise on Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, Mounjaro, and Zepbound? These pharmaceuticals — collectively known as incretin mimetics or GLP-1 (glucagon-like […]
If spot reduction were possible, many people would immediately target the belly — and there are some ways to tighten up there. Second to belly fat, people would probably want to know how to lose face fat. That’s not surprising, says Chesahna Kindred, M.D., dermatologist and owner of Kindred Hair & Skin Center in Maryland. […]
The commercials are everywhere. So are the social media testimonials and celebrity rumors: Every moderately famous person who drops a few pounds is said to be on it. In a few brief years, Ozempic (semaglutide) has become shorthand for serious weight loss. This injectable medication — the best-known drug in a category that includes Wegovy […]
Of all the reasons to try whey protein, weight loss likely flies under the radar. But is weight protein good for weight loss? What does whey protein do for your body — and what the heck is whey, anyway? What Is Whey? “Whey is a cow dairy protein,” explains Tina Marinaccio, MS, RD, who offers nutrition […]
Between seeing to work, health, family, and a cure for cancer (or at least it can feel that way), you deserve an occasional break. And Friday through Sunday is supposed to be your window for relaxation and stress-free fun. But your habits during these 60 or so hours may threaten to undo much of the […]