Trigger The Ozempic Weight Loss Effect Naturally - Here’s What to Eat! Yum!

Doesn’t it feel like we blinked, and suddenly Ozempic is everywhere? Ozempic is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes that also promotes weight loss. It is effective. But, it comes with some complaints. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. And the cost of Ozempic is a significant barrier for many. In this video, I will explain how Ozempic causes weight loss by mimicking the action of a naturally occurring hormone called GLP-1 and how you can boost that hormone by eating great-tasting foods.
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Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Gillaspy and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr Becky Fitness LLC and Dr. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

[@junkmail9958]

Your cadence, tone and demeanor are nothing short of mesmerizing. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. It’s interesting…I have been doing a lot of fermenting as of late-carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumbers (aka pickles) and even some fermenting in honey with garlic and other things. I have even been trying to create naturally fermented sodas with “ginger bug”. I have not yet mastered that. Yes the honey is high in sugar and so that needs to be slowed down. lol. But let me tell you!!!! I can be starving and I’ll eat a few big fermented carrots and I feel so full. I know I can’t build proper nutrition on that but it definitely gives a feeling of satiety. But what has me so excited is that the weight has been coming off and pretty quick. Almost to the point that I hoped I was okay. lol. I have wondered if it is all of the fermentation. And this video really makes me believe that it is! That feels so good!! I’ll be checking out more videos. This is my first one. Thank you!!!

[@juliejordan3090]

I’ve had success in the past year on about 80 net carbs a day. I don’t count vegetables but do count fruit. From the first week, my appetite and ‘grazing’ cravings that were constant before were all but managed. There’s enough flexibility in 80 net carbs to cover some favorites when I want them without re-triggering appetite. Down 15 in 8 months - slow but sustainable so far and with a side benefit that going out to eat doesn’t sound as good as what I make at home now, so I’m saving money.

[@CozyRevolution]

Thank you! I have lost over 100 pounds over a period of 4 years by eating real food like you recommended on this video. My cholesterol levels and blood sugars were all normal. Recently I was told I needed more protein and nuts and nut butters were recommended. My cholesterol went off the charts and my weight loss came to a halt. I only have 10 pounds to go to reach my goal. Now I am returning to my tried and true foods- yogurt for breakfast, salads with a variety of vegetables, and healthy protein like fish and chicken for dinner. This video was so helpful I’m sharing it with my family and friends.

[@keepmoving7064]

@CozyRevolution So are you saying that you think the nuts and nut butters caused an increase in your cholesterol? They don't contain cholesterol so do you think the oils/fats in them somehow contributed to cholesterol staying in your blood? And weight gain?

[@sophiabright8371]

I suspect an allergic response might be the culprit.

[@jenniferjahns4006]

Dr. Becky, I used to watch years ago & lost track. Love that this popped up today!!!

[@beckygillaspy]

Welcome back, Jennifer!

[@patriciaberg7088]

Who’s Dr Becky 😮? & where’s the link for this video ???????

[@diannaperry8116]

@@patriciaberg7088the woman doing this video is Dr. Becky

[@carolbenson6524]

Me too... didn't see her videos for awhile but popped in yesterday!

[@dianabowman2842]

These drugs seem so tempting to use for weight loss. My question is, what do you do once you loose your excess weight? Stay on these drugs, go on a diet 😢, or then change your eating habits as you describe? 2 years ago, I found Dr Becky and I have never looked back! During this time I have lost 76 lbs and I no longer take any medication for diabetes or high blood pressure! Bonus..... no outrageous cost for these drugs! By the way, I have maintained my weight loss and have a consistent A1C of 5.2. This is so do-able. Thank you so much Dr. Becky!

[@matthewhunter6421]

Yes, you wod need to change your lifestyle if you want things to be different. You also need to be aware that these drugs cause muscle loss as well as fat loss, so less muscle burns fewer calories and makes it harder for your body to regulate glucose. It would be good to be sure you are trying to maintain muscle. I see the value in thee as short term measures to get people who are obese into a safer weight, but longer term they can do more harm than good if you rely on them

[@wuzittooya]

They are only a crutch, not a long term solution, by the way.

[@sarahstrong7174]

Great!

[@EdelweisSusie]

I’m guessing you are fairly young - in which case losing weight is a doddle. Try being a post-menopausal 66 year old - NOTHING works!

[@JoseLopez-hp5oo]

@@matthewhunter6421 That would explain my docs response when I asked for it when my numbers have been high for years. He said "no, not worth it for you. You can loose it normally as if you take this drug you may be on it for life. " After doing this way of eating on this channel, I lost most of that weight drug free and brought my numbers all in the green. And taking medicine for a food problem seems silly.

[@user-xs2en1en7w]

I did try Ozempic. There is a side effect that isn’t talked about much - suicidal ideation. It was terrifying and I immediately stopped the drug. Thank you for this informative video to help adjust food choices and why these choices are a better alternative to Ozempic.

[@thiabrabson2533]

My daughter went into an instant MANIA & NOW HAS PARANORMAL EPISODES💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔that medicine is NOT THE SOLUTION FOR HER🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@wendydeclue8928]

I've lost 65 pounds with very little sides effects . It's not helping me lose anymore but is keeping me from gaining. I gained 15 pounds when I went off so I went back on. So yes most will have to stay on.

[@TreasureForeverOfficial]

Thank you for being open n honest to help protect other people from this drug/ it’s not healthy! We need to be so careful with what they try to get people to take nowadays

[@angelgirldebbiejo]

Lump in throat which was scary!!

[@angelgirldebbiejo]

​@@wendydeclue8928sad

[@SusanaXpeace2u]

Luckily there's a good salad bar in the nearest supermarket. Ozempic is not everywhere in my world. I'm in Ireland and I don't know one single person who's taken it. However, if you mix a spoon of psyllium husk into a yogurt, you'll be full for hours. That's my top tip for cheapempic. Day four of my diet 4th January and I have the evangelism of a new dieter. I need to keep this mindset.

[@mariehughey5390]

Pasta has been the “food” that promotes hunger in me most. I noticed it when I was a teenager and thought it was weird. Ocean fish is the most satisfying with ribeye steak a close second. Surprisingly, chia pudding is quite satisfying.

[@SuperMel81-j5l]

​@@lauriem2053I love the protein pasta but yeah, its more expensive.

[@awalk5177]

Another brilliant and clear presentation. Thank you.

[@janegilson1886]

Thank you, Dr. Becky. I appreciate you. I've been using your "Family Favorites" cookbook - Taco Salad is our favorite - baked herb chick close second! Actually, we like all the recipes contained in the book. Easy to follow instructions without a lot of hard to find, crazy ingredients. And I just went to your website (via the link above) and ordered your "Mediterranean Keto Cookbook"! Looking forward to using that one, too. Thanks so much for all your good advice.

[@beckygillaspy]

That is wonderful to hear, Jane! Thanks for your comment, and enjoy the Mediterranean recipes!

[@Anno44]

I love plain, full-fat Greek yogurt. Add it to almost everything. Thanks for pointing out all its goodness 😊❤

[@artistchristos]

As a very fit and healthy 69 year old Australian woman, I am eating all of these things, Dr Becky, now that my decision to go back to low carb keto after two years mainly carnivore over a month ago. For 6 years I was on keto and now once again I love the variety of things I can eat. Carnivore works for me, too, but it is summertime here and salads and low carb vegetables with meat, eggs, and fish is what my body needs. 🫐🍳🥩🥓🧈🥒🥑🇦🇺

[@gofasters1]

I love that your videos are short and to the point. Thanks

[@royproductionsmusicdance4601]

I really like your video content, voice, great information and the simplicity of this protocol with normally available foods.

[@robertamaclaren7546]

Always wondered how Ozempic works. Thanks for the easy to understand video. And easy meal ideas.

[@annakuman9898]

I had weight loss surgery conversion from sleeve 2018 to bypass 10/7/2024. My blood sugar and my blood pressure is normal since that I don’t have to take insulin or Ozempic or blood pressure medication and I will work hard on keeping it this way. I already lost 7lbs in 1 week and I started sleeping better now 🙏♥️

[@ctnbanks8753]

There's so much to learn from your videos and i must admit i am practicing and enjoying each results please continue this great work.

[@alysononoahu8702]

Im 66, 😊4 months strict WFPB. My 1st meal is a salad with Walnuts and pistachios afterwards. I take 1500mg of Berberine For 90 days also. A1C WAS 6.4, it has DROPPED to 5.9😊😊😊

[@likeargamanflaming940]

What is WFPB?

[@ingrid2543]

@@likeargamanflaming940 Whole-foods, plant-based diets

[@likeargamanflaming940]

@@ingrid2543 thank you!

[@raihannna]

I heard you need a liver cleaner with berberine?

[@deborahwallace1847]

I had horrible constipation from Berberine.

[@peggymann925]

Thank you Dr. Becky! Heading for that cookbook now!

[@lainimitchell6312]

Thank you for the informative, no-nonsense approach to your content. I appreciate your videos.

[@beckygillaspy]

Thank you, Laini!

[@mkrupi17]

I am a type 2 diabetic and I tried Ozempic. I lost weight, but also lost muscle as well as fat. I experienced the side effects mentioned nausea, intermittent sharp pains in my stomach and once I vomited. Also, experienced explosive diarrhea going from that to constipation. I decided to take myself off of the Ozempic and start lifting weights to counteract any muscle loss that I may have experienced. While I acknowledge the side effects all pharmaceuticals come with side effects some more severe than others. To me personally it was worth it for me to try the Ozempic. It was worth it to me to jump start my weight loss now I am more confident going to the gym. I have been using the machines but have been hesitant to go to the area where the free weights are. Another factor for me in deciding to stop the Ozempic was the concern of my family members as well as the cost of the monthly medication.

[@joanneadamovich8114]

So happy for you.

[@ringerheringa3052]

Thank you for this brilliant video!

[@deathcrown7170]

Thank you so much for sharing! I'm going to give this a shot, I really love that she didn't just list off vague suggestions but actually provided possible meals! Definitely gained a new sub

[@robinmarcus2407]

Thank you. This is very helpful information.

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Thank you for the great information! I plan to fill my cart the correct way when I next go shopping!! 😍👍🏻

[@tinainnca]

Love your quality videos and resources links you provide👌

[@judycrisenbery2982]

One of my loved ones is on a diet shot similar to Ozempic & they have trouble with constipation

[@JamieAndrick]

Eating before bed actually increased my fat loss, infact, I ate 6 meals a day/moderate meals and one of those was before bed. it consisted of protein and an EFA. I ate 30 and below on the glycemic level chart, 6 moderate meals a day, drank 1.5 gallons of water a day, and weight trained. I went from a US size 14 down to a size 3.. so you will NEVER convince me that eating before bed will cause weight gain. I increased my metabolism! All of this advice came from a friend of mine that was not only an expert in nutrition but he was also an instructor for strength training. Again, YOU WILL NEVER CONVINCE ME THAT YOU GAIN WEIGHT FROM EATING AT NIGHT.. IT ALL DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU'RE EATING!

[@rbq426]

The takeaway for me was good portion. The slow digestion the big portions makes a pokey belly and feels like I overate. But now that I understand it, I can put the right things together, but in smaller portions and feel satisfied for longer while it burns fat. I didn't understand that part of metabolism until now.

[@carolbenson6524]

Thanks for giving us the facts! This seems pretty dangerous to me ..I would think it effects other body processes too.

[@JavaWalkerWorld]

Thanks for the info-filled video without making it too long.

[@tasharareid8059]

Love the book! Can’t wait to try some of these recipes!!

[@Impala_Lily]

Thank you! I’ve been toying with the idea of using Ozempic for weight loss, I even have a script for it but I’m terrified of the long term/life long side effects! I’ll definitely try your eating plan, thank you 🌸

[@elizabethdavis3417]

I've heard there are terrible side effects

[@sofiaadiwadia5259]

Clear n brief explanation, thank you so much

[@nancya.nelson5810]

Thank you! Enjoy your thoughtful presentations.

[@roxannemclaren827]

Thanks for sharing this information. I’ve been on Ozempic for 8 months and it’s a godsend for both me and my husband. we’ve had great success after years of struggling with our weight. Few side effects. We are so lucky to have accessed this medication

[@Sandra-faith]

Great information presented beautifully as always. Thank you ❤

[@wildmansamurai3663]

Diet, fasting and exercise are the way.

[@EdelweisSusie]

Not if you’re 66 and post-menopausal !!!!

[@wildmansamurai3663]

@@EdelweisSusie yes they are the way.

[@EdelweisSusie]

@@wildmansamurai3663Come back to me when you’re post menopausal, nearly 70 and have tried everything this lovely woman says - yet haven’t lost an ounce in weight. It’s grim, trust me.

[@lauras4472]

@@EdelweisSusieabsolutely! I'm 61 and post menopausal. Lost 50 pounds.

[@nancy9478]

​@@EdelweisSusieI agree. I have been aiming for 0 carbs daily for years and have not lost weight. Plant foods make my joints hurt.

[@JillManifestsEasily]

been following you for a while and seen alot of info on Ozempic and familiar with GLP1 - Ive been on Keto off and on and Carnivore - I am going back to that Way of Eating been trying to lose the last 15 pounds for years and started on intermittent fasting thank you for this video for meal plans also thank you for the list of Low Carb Items to eat and 0123... one of the best on KZbin

[@SFDestiny]

For over 1 year... I ate this way, restricted carbs high fiber good fats plain greek yogurt lots of protein, walking 10 miles 5 or 6 days per week. My hunger remained insatiable, and my BMI remained at 35. Today I took my first 3 units of semaglutide 🤷

[@user-xp5qx8wg9x]

Maybe think of the semiglutide help as your opportunity to learn to eat in a healthy, slim persons way and allow your body to get used to eating less while also feeling satisfied. I say this because unwanted side effects can come at any moment and you may have to give up the semiglutide. If you have been eating smaller amounts of fattening foods because of the semiglutide, you will go back to needing more of that fattening food to feel even semi-satisfied . Take this opportunity to learn a new way of eating, you will be very glad you took this time to learn a new habit that will help you take off and keep off the fat you don't want. I'm speaking from experience.

[@weeyee60]

Five years from now, we’ll hear about all of these drug takers, with a myriad of health issues.

[@k8eekatt]

It's already happening.

[@littlevoice_11]

Beans (although not particularly low carb) have been found to increase satiety and improve gut microbiome. You can even get fermented beans too

[@davebryant8050]

Occassionally beans can be fit into a low carb lifestyle if burning ketones isn't the goal. It's just too high carbs for keto, especially in the beginning.

[@nancy9478]

I have borderline diabetes. Beans are a big no for anyone with diabetes who wants to avoid meds.

[@gcoolie5272]

Thanks. That was very helpful.

[@MichelleBlackChannel]

Hi Dr. Becky, your video on triggering the Ozempic weight loss effect naturally was super insightful! I’m curious-what do you think is the most important dietary change someone can make to achieve similar results without medication, and how can they maintain that long-term? 🌿 Thanks for breaking it down so clearly!

[@jimkingsland1645]

So glad to see you again! Very informative, important advice as usual Dr. Becky. Thank you for breaking this down for us in easy to understand language and pictures. I used to eat a salad every day but somehow got away from it. I will be reviving that practice-with added proteins like chicken, salmon, and tuna. I may try avocado again too-I got away from them also. No wonder I have more belly fat now. 💕

[@lindag9975]

Thanks. The great news is that natural whole foods can be very filling.

[@MrAdamNTProtester]

Thanks Dr Becky appreciate you!

[@filmic1]

Loving all this stuff. Of course I like my spicy kimchi. Now I'm on to kale as I can get it and bok choy fresh from a hydroponic farm. Can lightly sauteed kale in cold pressed olive oil be a GLP1 booster? I take saxagliptin for my T2 treatment. Thank you Dr. Becky.

[@QueensKnightOut]

Short sweet and right to the point! Thank you. I had just ordered the Ozempic meds, and haven't received it yet and was teetering between canceling or not. I think I might cancel the meds now.

[@mperez2730]

Not knocking anyone's decision but personally I would rather keep the struggle and work on my healthy eating than ever again take a pill or injection. Years ago I went that route and lost weight quickly along with losing my sleep, energy and joy. I ended up at the doctors office thinking I was having a heart attack. Never again for me.

[@Tad-For-Global-Peace]

I think of the poor humans in concentration camps and how hard they struggled to survive. It makes my struggles trivial.

[@charlessommers7218]

Great show 👍

[@d.trudeau]

Thank you, I hesitated to take wegovi to give me a boost, but I was afraid for my gallbladder which has a big cholelithiasis. This video encourages me to try something else. Especially since I have recently known that half of the people using this type of drug quickly regain their initial weight.

[@uncledeadhead3674]

1, if you cant even spell wegovy, you didnt read enough about it.

[@d.trudeau]

@ thank you. I am a french speaking so I did write it as it’s prononce for me. No I did not do much research, as I said, the video chilled me.

[@sarahsibigtroth93]

Thank you so much go to this video. It is wonderful information ♥️♥️♥️

[@JohnSmith-ko3zq]

Naturally great advice!

[@monirtorky7462]

thank you so much for information and what about apple cider vinegar

[@greeneyedmimibostian3013]

Thank you ❤❤❤

[@24carrotgold8]

The 4 side effects described are the same as effects following chemotherapy. I avoided all of them as a carnivore. 😊

[@nevnorona7654]

thk u doc.......ur vid is appreciated 🙏🙏🙏

[@meatdog]

Allulose will stimulate GLP-1. Dr. Ben Bikman has the most informative cellular biology action on this .

[@michellejones9399]

Thanks for this, I just ate my full fat greek yogurt sweetened with allulose! Yum!

[@ladygraywolf7218]

Allulose works! Just changing from reg sugar to that has caused slow weight loss and better blood sugar numbers.

[@lauras4472]

Where can you buy this?🇨🇦

[@judycrisenbery2982]

Don't know if I've heard of that

[@ladygraywolf7218]

@@lauras4472 Grocery stores in the area where they sell splenda and sweet and low. Walmart, Amazon

[@aminkeykha5546]

بسیار زیبا و روان و علمی صحبت میکند افرین

[@hoboonwheels9289]

When people get puffy that's high histamine levels and I'm told fermented food is bad for raising histamine.

[@cyndilu9]

Thank you for this information ❤. I tried Ozempic and didn’t like it at all. Trying diet & exercise 🙏👍

[@PropheticCoachTheresa]

My sister had gastric sleeve surgery about 22 years ago, she lost a lot of weight after that by adding exercise, but she has chronic nutrient malabsorption issues. She's been on adderrall for the past 20+ years also and antidepressants intermittently. Last couple of years she started gaining back weight, has now been on ozempic injections for the past 7 months, has lost almost all the weight she gained. She is not reporting any side effects, but we don't talk very often. My feeling is if weight loss isn't really sustainable in a healthy way, pick a different way. But that's me. As I've gone through menopause a few years now at age 60, grains are not my friend, refined sugar is like a bomb to my metabolism. I'm giving Mediterranean keto a go because I can't to dairy, at all, and saturated fat makes my extremely insulin resistant. I'm looking forward to seeing how this works. Thanks Becky!

[@emigliori1]

I appreciate your comment. There is no one size fits all. I lost 25 pounds recently by eliminating the "healthy" foods such as yogurt, whole grains, starchy veggies such as sweet potatoes and fruit. The carbohydrates and sugar in them (natural or no) were not my friend. I ate primarily meat, eggs, low carb veggies, salads, nuts and cheese. The weight melted off and my bloodwork improved. Might not work for everyone but it worked for me.

[@haroldkendra7283]

Your video just appeared on my subscribed feed. I do have a question though. You mention the “digestion slow down”. If I switch to following this diet, can constipation become a problem because of the digestion slowing down? What will prevent it? I’m not just preparing meals for myself (71), but also for my husband who is much older (15+yrs) and goes into distress if he doesn’t substantially eliminate himself daily and “on schedule”. Thank you for addressing a natural way to achieve a diet to side-step the use of “Ozempic” drugs.

[@Auriasis]

My most wonderful daily salad, arugula, shaved fennel, sweet red pepper, cucumber, 2 hard boiled eggs, pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast, cheese and chick peas. Lost 22 lbs, but now I'm stuck.

[@hippiekansasgirl1632]

I just got your cookbook!! I can’t wait to dive in. I’m a vegetarian, however - what are your thoughts on plant-based meats?

[@delaville680]

Garbage. Wouldn't touch that stuff.

[@CindyJeanWheeler]

Dr. Becky, This video was so timely! My husband was recommended this drug for his type diabetes diagnosis. I asked if we could wait and get more information. He agreed. What we are noticing is that there is a spike of glucose first thing in the morning; around 130. Immediately eating food gets it down to say 110 and then it goes up which it should do after he eats. Is this normal? He is using the free glucose monitor for the next 10 days. My biggest concern is that this won’t change behavior much for him. Like reading labels and eating on the run. One other question. Hot flashes in the night. Is diabetes connected to hot flashes? Your advice sounds good. Easy to follow. Can’t wait to dig into. Cindy

[@beckygillaspy]

Hi Cindy Jean, high blood sugar in the morning can be due to the Dawn Effect. I discussed this issue with my husband on the KZbin channel that we used to do together: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5ytZGCXfNJjbKc

[@d.trudeau]

Hello, I was hesitating to take Wegovi to give me a hand, but I was afraid for my gallbladder wich has a large choletilithiasis. This video encourages me to try something else. Especially since I have recently known that half of the people using this type of drug quickly regain their initial weight.

[@robmiller54]

You are the best 😀

[@mstwelvedeadlycyns]

The demand is so high that it is on back order like Wegovy. More fast food restaurants than these medications.

[@lauriem2053]

Also Bubbies makes a delicious probiotic pickle. I drink the pickle juice too-filled with live food probiotics.

[@mperez2730]

Mmm never heard of it. Wonder if I can make a salad dressing with that pickle juice... 🤔... Thank you 🙏

[@SofiNme365]

Thankful that I will never consider Ozempic - I rather eat healthy and that’s not easy or fun but trying helps a lot.

[@abradfordajb]

" ... and that’s not easy or fun ... " It CAN be .... just depends on what you eat. There's A LOT of "fun" foods. Of course, it helps a lot if your wife is a great cook😊😊

[@ineedajag]

That drug put me in hospital

[@clara7920]

Wow really

[@ineedajag]

@@clara7920 yes I really wanted it to help me, but I had an allergic reaction to it. My head was buzzing and my blood pressure and heart rate went really high. I couldnt get it back down.

[@ashleyodell3778]

​@@clara7920I have heard it is very dangerous.

[@Emy53]

I will never ever surrender to a pill or meds. Thankfully, I am not a fan of drugs, and I always try a natural alternative, especially if there is one. I love cooking, so that's always what I choose. Now all I need is the discipline, and I am good to go.

[@Christian2012-x8j]

@@clara7920 my neighbours wife also took ozempic for a few weeks and she was taken to the hospital with internal bleeding

[@Laineys-Journey]

I have been on Ozempic for 2 years, it has helped my blood sugars but I have never lost any weight on it.

[@monikajohnson8236]

Exactly.everyone always saying how you lose weight. Nope not true. Know 5 people on it not a one lost any weight. But their A1C went down below 7. So it did the job it was meant to do.

[@dianafromaustralia3244]

Unfortunately if you keep eating Carbs, you will not lose weight (even on Ozempic).

[@ultramarinetoo]

Dosage for diabetes and weightloss are different, second is much higher.

[@monikajohnson8236]

@@ultramarinetoo not true.I have diabetes and am on highest ozempic dose 2mg.. Dosage just depends on how it controls your A1C. For diabetes you start at lowest dose then work your way up until it’s under control.

[@marywatkins5575]

I’ve been on low dose .25 Ozempic for about 10 months. No weight loss but a drop in my A1C to 6.3.

[@sherrykunkle1776]

I make natural Kefir --- and I am using psyllium husk ---

[@houndjog]

Dear Becky, wishing you lot's of weight loss and for you to be rewarding for what you are doing for others!

[@Wordsmyth8]

I have Type 2 diabetes and tried Ozempic several years ago. I didn’t lose any weight at all and felt lousy most of the time. I also felt hungry all the time.

[@LadyAxe13]

Thanks, Dr Becky, but I'll just skip the salad and eat only the fats/ protein part. YUM!!! Nothing satiates me like a 400g steak with some chestnut mushrooms and/ or onions. I don't need to eat for another 20 hours when I do this, so the salads are unnecessary for me, personally.

[@RJS1966USMC]

Interesting video. As of Dec 2024, I'm going completely carnivore. ZERO sugar, ZERO Carbs, ZERO vegetables or other plant materials, ZERO alcohol. I eat twice a day, 12 hours apart. (Not quite ready for OMAD) Meats (ALL), Fish (Wild Caught ONLY), Eggs, Limited Cheese and LOTS OF BUTTER. Once you get past the first 30 days to purge your body of your sugar and carb cravings, you will feel great! And the occasional 24 hour FAST helps too. Another simple step to burn calories is to stay in a short sleeved shirt at work if they keep the thermostat on the cool side. Your body will adjust your own temperature to keep you comfortable.

[@sarahdayuk]

Dr Becky thanks for your video, please can you advise evening meals for vegetarians? I don't eat meat and find this does restrict my meal options when I'm watching my weight.

[@TS-rv4hf]

In the winter, salads can slow digestion down a bit too much so for those of us that need hot food I often have steamed greens with some harissa paste and feta cheese on top. Very GLP-1 friendly

[@elliemunn165]

What is harissa paste?

[@cherylkapell8782]

Thanks for this video! I will try it! Also will eating this way help with thyroid too so a person doesn't have to take synthetic meds?

[@dianebevans6864]

I am on ozempic, a switch from Mounjaro. I am Type 2 for about 28 years. While I never really lost a lot of weight on either. Maybe a total of 10 pounds. My A1C went from 8.9 to 6.2. So a win. Mounjaro worked better, I have less side effects than ozempic. I got switched because of lack of supply for the Mounjaro. I try to eat healthy, and get exercise, during the winter months,it is hard to get out and exercise.

[@1983maya]

@diane Where I stay it gets really hot in summers and going out even for a walk is a pain. So what I do is home exercises. Squats - 100 variations, pick whatever version works for you. Next wall sits, also a type of squats (yay!). Next planks (you can start with half planks and then go to full version also both half and full can be done on the bed). Next leg raises and reverse crunches. Next standing elbow to opposite knee crunches. Start with 5 squats and 30 second half planks. 3 days later increase the number. 5 to 10 squats 30 second to 45 second planks. A week later add a new above mentioned exercise. Wall sit start with 20 seconds day after day increase the time in 20 second increments till one day you can wall sit for 2 minutes or more. Rinse repeat. Do some light stretching before and after exercise to help you do exercises with ease. Hope this helps. Remember exercising helps your body and your mind. You got this.

[@dianebevans6864]

@ thanks for the info. Unfortunately I can’t do most of the exercises you recommended. Bad knee and trying not to have surgery so no squats of any kind. And last year I fell and broke my back and smashed my shoulder, so many exercises are put. I do some yoga stretches to help keep my mobility and hopefully this year can do more gardening. At 73 the body isn’t young anymore. Walking for short times is so far the best exercise, just hard to do outside in the winter. I really appreciate all your suggestions though.

[@1983maya]

@@dianebevans6864 I hope you do realize that you are a champion after undergoing such a huge health issue you are still walking and doing yoga stretches. I did not know about your health or your age before I wrote what I did. Most of the people I know at 70 and over are full champions having faced health issues are still fighting the good fight and persevering. I can only hope that when I hit 70 I have the same zeal for life and persevere through all that life throws my way. You got this. Keep shining. 😊

[@user-px2sn8pr5t]

Ozempic also causes muscle loss I atrophied a lot when using it part of why I stopped it he did drop my A1 CA bit got me started but the muscle loss is a problem

[@jose-anneleclair7561]

clear & concise! great info 😊

[@donnar9864]

Berberine has helped me to lose 45lbs without even trying but I still have 20-25 lbs to go, so I asked my Dr to prescribe ozempic but she said my BMI is too low...now the berberine seems to not be working as well so I'm going to have to up my mg's of berberine... also I was pre diabetic when I started taking it and now the berberine has taken me back to the normal numbers..it has been wonderful..

[@AngelaBrown-n8v]

What dose and brand do you take of berberine?

[@annette-y24]

I've been taking Berberine for 2 years. I've never heard that it will help you lose weight, though it has many many bendfits. I have been eating according to Dr. Becky and that has really helped me lose weight and feel great. My wieght, blood sugar and A1c are in the normal range now. I love her recipes.

[@GracefulLily3800]

I have just purchased Berberine & will start taking this evening. Did you have any side effects? I read you can’t drink alcohol? I like to have 1 or 2 drinks on the weekend but am willing to give it up if Berberine is going to help with weight loss.

[@FSCHW]

Hunger is never my driver for eating. My eating habits are similar to Revenge Sleep Procrastination. My days activities and thoughts are so tied up in thoughts, responsibilities and others needs that even though I eat regular healthy meals when I get alone time I binge. I eat an un-noticeable amount of food from a dozen things around the kitchen. When I’m done binging I watch You Tube or Netflix until 2AM, get up at 5. 63, 5’11”, 280 lbs. talk to Dr and cardiologist and all I get is , ”well you have to stop.” Like it’s that easy. my Dr wants me to start shots like Ozempic.

[@moonshynegirl172]

I can do yogurt and berries for breakfast during the work week and even on Saturday. Although, I would miss the granola crunch. There are keto grain free granolas out there. However, we have a big family breakfast on Sundays. I don't want to have to resist bacon, toast, fried potatoes, pancakes, or french toast. I'm guessing the eggs are okay. I, also don't want to stay 100+ pounds overweight. Lunch and dinner might not be too difficult. I just might have to eat in a separate room when my family has that big pasta dinner, or mashed potatoes. That saying "Eat to live not live to eat" probably applies. I might have to go with treating my problem like the addiction that it is. Okay I'm done whining now and ready to take this challenge for a healthier life.

[@althovio]

Doesn't dairy bind the Polyphenols in Food, Coffee and Green Tea?

[@juliecopelandbarrows2971]

Dictors wont let younstay on tgese drugs once you are at you ideal weight. You have to start eating less.

[@RosemarieSKikel]

I agree that your diet helps one feel fuller and helps to loose weight.....however, I still get cravings for sugar. Only a little bit of sugar can pack on pounds real quick.

[@thibodeaux99]

I had better results with Monjaro. I lost a total of 60 pounds. Now on the compounded version and only every 3 weeks to maintain.

[@andreasupermommy]

Very informative, wish I could have a daily salad but since the removal of my gallbladder I can’t eat any lettuce or broccoli. Dr, any suggestions?

[@annawozniak6807]

its hard to eat some of the veggies when you have GERD and IBS....what are your suggestions ( can't have onion, cauliflower etc)

[@berniecasey7592]

I don't like drugs for weight loss Normal eating is the only way may be slower but drugs can mess you up

[@EmpoweringCoach]

@Dr.Becky Can one use vegan yogurt? I am a vegan. I also do not eat oil but do eat avocado and flex seeds and tofu?

[@user-yp1fb4pn1e]

I tried semiglutide, and ended up in bed for five days....with a huge headache, nausea, throwing up and stomach pain. I will never take it again.

[@Auriasis]

I know 5 women taking ozempic and they have all had emergency gall bladder removal this year. Isn't that wild? So I think this drug is a lot more damaging than first thought.

[@ajyaluna]

Try dates with milk or yogurt for weight loss

[@GygaxGirl]

What if you can't eat dairy?

[@bolaomoluabi9052]

Lactose free options?

[@littlevoice_11]

Just wanted to flag natural fermented non GMO unsweetened soya yoghurt would be an ideal choice for those who do not want to consume dairy 😊

[@judeli9237]

Would coconut yogurt work the same please