first week on semaglutide and still hungry How Long Does It Take for to Work? Why Am I Still Hungry

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In the brain, it activates GLP-1 receptors in the hypothalamus reducing hunger signals and increasing satiety, so that you feel full sooner and satisfied longer after eating, naturally reducing caloric intake without the psychological struggle of rigid dieting

GLP-1s support weight loss by: Delaying gastric emptying, which helps you feel fuller for longer after meals Regulating blood sugar, which can support steady energy and fewer cravings Reducing appetite and food noise by acting on hunger-regulating areas of the brain While Ozempic, Wegovy, Foundayo, and Zepbound all fall under the GLP-1 umbrella, Zepbound is unique in that it also targets another hormone called GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide)

Gastrointestinal side effects (nausea, diarrhoea, constipation) are common with both treatments and may be compounded when used concurrently