The FDA prescribing information includes a boxed warning regarding thyroid C-cell tumors observed in rodent studies, though the relevance to humans remains uncertain
The idea of there being an Ozempic foods to avoid list sounds a whole lot like diet culture, where you have to banish all of your favorite foods
A 2025 survey by the Canadian Pharmacists Association found that compounded semaglutide prescriptions increased 420% between 2022 and 2024, driven primarily by Wegovy supply shortages and cost concerns (CPhA, 2025)
While it may not be entirely preventable, you can significantly reduce the severity and duration of GLP-1-related hair loss by: maintaining adequate protein intake, supplementing key nutrients (biotin, iron, zinc, vitamin D), avoiding additional hair stressors (heat, tight styles), and using a clinically formulated hair growth shampoo and serum from the outset of your medication journey.