Taking Ozempic makes you three and a half times more likely to suffer life-wrecking erectile dysfunction, a new study suggests. Researchers from the University of Texas studied more than 1,500 obese, non-diabetic men on the blockbuster drug and found a staggering number experienced sex problems within as little as a month after starting a prescription. While other research and […]
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to Axios – America’s doctors need more obesity medicine training
The relatively small number of health care providers trained in obesity care can hardly keep up with Americans’ demand for new weight-loss drugs. Why it matters: Tens of thousands of U.S. patients each week are starting on treatments like Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic and Wegovy, but obesity medicine specialists worry there are still too few providers with enough specialized training […]
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to Newsweek – The 5 Worst Supplements for Anti-Aging, Doctors Say
Supplements can benefit your body best when they’re used to fill known nutritional gaps. However, according to a recent poll conducted by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), a whopping 86 percent of Americans take supplements, while only 21 percent have a confirmed nutritional deficiency. In the majority of cases, people take supplements with broader goals in mind: For […]
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to Women’s World – The 6 Healthy Eating Hacks Experts Want Woman Over 50 To Know
Let’s face it: Between busy schedules, tempting treats and the allure of convenience foods, sticking to a healthy diet can be a challenge. Thankfully, healthy eating hacks can help you reach your wellness goals without feeling deprived. We asked experts to break down what tricks actually work, plus how to effortlessly incorporate them into your daily life. […]
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to HealthLine – How Common Are GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic? 13% of U.S. Adults Have Used Them
One in eight or about 13% of American adults have used a GLP-1 agonist, a class of drugs prescribed for weight loss, to treat diabetes, or to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in adults with heart disease, a new survey found. Half of those people or about 6% report they are currently […]
Dr. Decotiis on Scripps News – Medical Weight Loss Breakthroughs & Side Effects
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to Parade – Wait, Can Ozempic Change Your Personality? Maybe, According to Experts—Here’s Why
You already know that Ozempic babies are a thing. Now, experts are sharing that Ozempic and other weight loss drugs could change your personality and your sex drive. What gives? That comes down to how weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro work to begin with, weight loss doctors told Parade. Read More >>
Dr. Decotiis Contributes BestLift – Ozempic Foods to Avoid: 7 Things You Can’t Eat on Weight-Loss Drugs
Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound can lead to substantial weight loss—an average of 15 percent of one’s body weight in 15 months, according to new studies. But the medication alone is not responsible; it’s also the lifestyle changes that come along with the regimen, including the foods to avoid on Ozempic. Keep reading to learn […]
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to DrugWatch – Ozempic for Weight Loss | Q&A
The medications Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) continue to be in high demand as people turn to these medications for weight loss, heart health and Type 2 diabetes control. However, taking Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs for weight loss might not be for everyone. Read More >>
Dr. Decotiis Contributes to NewsWeek – Map Shows America’s Healthiest Cities
America has an obesity problem, heart disease and cancer diagnoses are rising, and health care premiums are skyrocketing. But not all states or cities are equally affected. WalletHub looked at the 180 top U.S. cities across 41 indicators of good health, ranging from the cost of a medical visit to the average fruit and vegetable […]
