References to Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus, Mounjaro, or Saxenda, or other GLP-1 brands, are informational only
Like with many medications, though, it can cause some side effects, including sulfur burps, which can be a frequent and frustrating issue for those on their weight loss journey
Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly can also help, as can avoiding lying down immediately after mealsremaining upright for at least 2-3 hours after eating allows gravity to assist with gastric emptying
This can undermine motivation, trigger body image concerns, and lead to premature discontinuation of a medication that is otherwise working well
The bloating is caused by a known mechanism with a known timeline for improvement