Patients with higher initial body mass index (BMI) and hemoglobin A1c levels often experience more dramatic absolute improvements, though percentage changes may be similar across groups
Analyses controlled for important individual characteristics like age, gender, race, marital status, region of residence, insurance type, year of encounter, mental health history, and tobacco dependence and sleep apnea history
However, to maximize the effect, consider maintaining a healthy diet that includes fresh fruits and veggies, healthy fats, and lean proteins
Meanwhile, older adults may already have a reduced appetite, but need to consume significantly more protein while taking Ozempic