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Ozempic vs GLP-1 Probiotics

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By Dr. Jen O’Sullivan, BCND

Ozempic is a popular weight loss drug that I am firmly against using. Ozempic is mainly for Type 2 Diabetics, but people are using it to lose weight. It slows down digestion, helps suppress hunger, helps restore insulin levels, and helps those with insulin resistance. Ozempic also helps to slow the breakdown of sugar in the liver which helps lower blood sugar levels. It sounds like a wonder drug for weight-loss, but please consider the major side effects that may occur!

Below are some alternatives along with a short video by Dr. Eric Berg.

DISADVATAGES:

  • Expensive
  • Minor Side Effects – headaches, nausea, vomiting, bloating, abdominal pain, gas, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, and dizziness.
  • Major Side Effects – suicidal thoughts, pancreatitis, thyroid cancer, kidney disease, retinopathy, muscle loss, and gastroparesis.

NOTE: Side effects can continue for 5 weeks even after stopping the drug.

ALTERNATIVES

Berberine Dr. Berg suggests natural GLP-1 agonists such as berberine and panax ginseng. Berberine is what I use and is a potent blood sugar regulator.

Healthy Keto along with Intermittent Fasting Getting all the nutrients your body needs while obtaining ketosis. HK and IF will improve cognitive function, improve mood issues, improve liver function, improves digestion, and most importantly, improve your gut microbiome, specifically the probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila.Healthy Keto Low carb, healthy foods only.

Intermittent Fasting IF will improve cognitive function, improve mood issues, improve liver function, improves digestion, and most importantly, improve your gut microbiome, specifically the probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila.

Akkermansia Probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila has been shown to stimulate GLP-1 levels. It strengthens the immune system and helps to prevent metabolic disorders like obesity and type 2 diabetes.

Additional Foods Dark Colorful Berries Red Apple Skins (only the skins) Onions Asparagus

View this helpful video by Dr. Eric Berg

Be blessed!

Heart Disease – The #1 Cause of Death Globally

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By Jen O’Sullivan, BCND

Even with many advancements in diagnostics and medical care, heart disease continues to be the number one cause of death – responsible for one third of deaths globally.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke are high blood pressure, high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, diabetes, smoking and secondhand smoke exposure, obesity, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity.”

To identify potential weaknesses in the cardiovascular system, start by checking your comprehensive metabolic panel along with discussing your particular symptoms with your holistic practitioner to confirm areas of weakness. 

Your practitioner should work with you to help improve and strengthen your cardiovascular system and thereby help reduce your risk of developing heart disease. They should educate you on the importance of lifestyle changes as it pertains to improving your health foundations. 

Specific foundations I encourage my clients who have heart support needs is the following:

  • limit or remove all processed sugar
  • increase healthy fats
  • add garlic and fennel to their daily nutrition plan
  • include sweat-inducing exercise 3-5 days per week
  • get 7-8 hours of sleep per night
  • stay hydrated by drinking half their body weight in ounces (4-5 ounces every 30 minutes)
  • consider supplements such as CoQ10, turmeric, omegas, and digestive enzymes