After the client has reached the desired weight, he or she will be placed on a maintenance program and will check in with the physician periodically to further ensure compliance
Competitive athletes should be especially cautious
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The middle shelf is usually best
Management strategies: Eat smaller, more frequent meals Avoid greasy, spicy, and high-fat foods for 48 hours after injection Stay hydrated with water and electrolytes Take your injection before bedtime so the peak nausea window occurs while you sleep Ginger tea or ginger supplements can help If severe, speak with a healthcare provider about ondansetron (Zofran) If nausea is debilitating at a given dose, the standard recommendation is to stay at that dose for an additional 4 weeks before attempting to increase
When to Consider Excess Skin Removal After Weight Loss Patients considering surgery after GLP-1 weight loss should usually be close to a stable weight and able to maintain healthy habits before moving forward