Category: My Health
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How Does Ozempic Actually Work? (Hint: It’s More Than Just Appetite Suppression)
Ozempic (semaglutide) has exploded in popularity recently, and with it, so have the misconceptions. One of the most common myths? “It just tricks your brain into thinking you’re not hungry” Wrong. Ozempic doesn’t simply flick an off-switch in your head. It works through your entire metabolic system, not just your mind, to help regulate blood…
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Being Canadian and Disabled: It’s Complicated
It’s July 1st—Canada Day, and also the first day of Disability Pride Month. I can appreciate what’s good about where I live and still advocate for what needs to change. Because the reality is: access isn’t universal. Disabled Canadians are still waiting on promises, still navigating broken systems, still too often left behind. Disability Pride…
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The Byetta Echo: How GLP-1 Drugs Became a Diet Craze, and What We Lost Along the Way
A deeper look into the history of GLP-1 medications—how they went from diabetes treatments to viral diet trends—and the human impact in between.
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Commonly Asked Questions About Ozempic From T1s and T2 Diabetics
What is Ozempic, and how does it work?Answer: Ozempic (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps lower blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin production when blood sugar is high, reducing the amount of sugar released by the liver, and slowing down the movement of food through the stomach. It also aids in weight loss…
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Understanding Ozempic: For Diabetics
The evolution of treatment options that have significantly improved the quality of life for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics. One of the more recent and promising developments is the class of drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, with Ozempic (semaglutide) being a notable example. In this article, I’ll walk you through the history…