Will you regain wait after stopping Wegovy or Zepbound? A physician explains
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Will you regain wait after stopping Wegovy or Zepbound? A physician explains

The honest clinical reality is that obesity behaves like a chronic, relapsing condition: treat it and it improves, stop treating it and it tends to come back. The good news is that "most" is not "all" people typically keep a meaningful portion of their results, especially with the right plan. Here's what the actual trial data shows about weight regain after stopping a GLP-1 and how I help patients plan for it from day one.

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Weight loss pills are finally here — and they actually work
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Weight loss pills are finally here — and they actually work

Two new FDA-approved GLP-1 weight loss pills — the Wegovy Pill (oral semaglutide) and Foundayo (orforglipron) — shown side by side on a dark background with clinical weight loss stats. Created by Get Healthy Medicine, an obesity medicine clinic in Lake Nona, Orlando, FL.

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Oral GLP-1 medications as good as injections!?
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Oral GLP-1 medications as good as injections!?

The new semaglutide 25 mg pill, studied in the OASIS-4 clinical trial, helped participants lose an average of 13–16 % of their body weight over one year. For many, it may offer the same powerful results as injectable GLP-1 medications — but in a once-daily oral form.

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1 in 6 adults with obesity struggle affording health care
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

1 in 6 adults with obesity struggle affording health care

Discover the hidden financial impacts of obesity—from higher medical costs to medication challenges and food insecurity. Learn how obesity affects your wallet and explore affordable weight management solutions at our obesity medicine clinic. Take control of your health and finances today!

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Is affordable tirzepatide gone for good?
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Is affordable tirzepatide gone for good?

The FDA will no longer allow pharmacies to make compounded tirzepatide, a more affordable alternative to the name-brand medications Mounjaro and Zepbound. But other options exist to ensure you can still obtain the medications you need.

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Why BMI is not the best measure of obesity
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Why BMI is not the best measure of obesity

A regular scale only gives you a total number, making it hard to tell whether you're losing fat, water or even muscle. A Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis is a better measure because it offers a more detailed look at your body’s composition, giving you better insight into your progress and helping you make more informed decisions about your health.

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How much exercise do you need to lose weight?
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

How much exercise do you need to lose weight?

Unlock effective weight loss with our latest guide on using 150 minutes of moderate exercise, HIIT, and strength training to burn calories, curb hunger, and build lean muscle. Learn simple, evidence-based strategies for obesity management that boost metabolism and improve overall health.

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Foods that naturally reduce your appetite
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Foods that naturally reduce your appetite

Certain foods can naturally boost GLP-1 and GIP levels, helping regulate appetite, improve metabolism, and support weight loss. Discover why fiber-rich foods, healthy fats, proteins and bioactive compounds are a great option both for patients looking to lose weight or who are already taking weight-loss medication.

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Is obesity increasing my risk of dementia?
Manuel Carrazana Manuel Carrazana

Is obesity increasing my risk of dementia?

Obesity, particularly in midlife, is strongly associated with an increased risk of dementia, according to new data that is shedding light on the link between the two.

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