Truck drivers are twice as likely to have type 2 diabetes compared to the general population, and on average, they die at just 61 years old
Gut-Health Disruptors: Chronic stress alters gut flora within 24hrs, increasing inflammation and cortisol levels
Shared decision-making remains central to good care
Removing the needle too quickly: Withdrawing the needle immediately after pressing the injection button, rather than waiting the recommended time in your PIL, can result in medication leakage and underdosing
These medications work through several mechanisms: Slowing gastric emptying (delaying how quickly food moves from your stomach to intestines) Increasing feelings of fullness and appetite suppression Helping regulate blood glucose levels Helping reduce food noise and fear of being hungry Popular GLP-1 weight loss medications include: Semaglutide (branded as Ozempic for diabetes, Wegovy for weight management) Tirzepatide (Mounjaro for diabetes, Zepbound for weight management) Liraglutide (Victoza for diabetes, Saxenda for weight management) Dulaglutide (Trulicity) Why Do GLP-1 Medications Cause Constipation
Some people may notice mild digestive upset (such as nausea or cramps), and in some cases a temporary fishy body odour at higher amounts