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Step 2: Medical Evaluation & Lab Work Before starting medication, youll complete lab work to assess your baseline health, including blood sugar, kidney function, and thyroid health
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Devon Gholam, VP science and innovation at ingredient incubator and innovation firm Step Change Innovations, says she has noticed that some companies marketing ingredients that impact glucose control and weight management are finally having a moment in the Ozempic era, as consumers reading about GLP-1 drugs start looking for natural alternatives
Additionally, eating lots of protein may increase the risk of developing kidney disease among those who are predisposed (LeWine, 2024)