YooshMD Blog
Physician-led insights on medical weight loss, GLP-1 medication, tapering, and long-term maintenance.
Practical articles designed to help patients understand treatment options, medication decisions, and what happens after the prescription.
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Latest articles
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GLP-1 medications and muscle loss: how to preserve lean mass while losing weight
Learn how to maintain muscle while taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss through proper nutrition and exercise strategies.
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Foundayo Side Effects and How to Manage the Orforglipron Titration Schedule
Understanding the most common Foundayo side effects and the orforglipron titration schedule helps patients stay on track during the early weeks of treatment.
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Who Is a Candidate for Foundayo (Orforglipron) for Medical Weight Loss
Foundayo (orforglipron) is FDA-approved for adults with obesity or overweight with a weight-related condition — learn whether you qualify for this oral GLP-1 pill.
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Foundayo vs Injectable GLP-1 Medications: Which Is Right for You
Comparing Foundayo (orforglipron) to injectable semaglutide and tirzepatide helps patients and physicians choose the best GLP-1 option for medical weight loss.
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What Is Foundayo (Orforglipron) and How Does It Work for Weight Loss
Foundayo (orforglipron) is the first oral small-molecule GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved for weight loss, with no food or water restrictions required.
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GLP-1 medications and nutrient absorption: what you need to know
Learn how GLP-1 medications affect nutrient absorption and which supplements matter most for your health.
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GLP-1 medications and alcohol: what you need to know about safety and effectiveness
Learn how alcohol affects GLP-1 medication efficacy and safety during your weight loss journey with YooshMD.
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How to choose between semaglutide and other GLP-1 medications for your weight loss goals
Compare semaglutide, tirzepatide, and other GLP-1 options to find the right medication for your telehealth weight loss journey.
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How to optimize nutrition while on GLP-1 medication for weight loss
Learn how to eat well on GLP-1 medications: protein strategies, meal timing, and nutrient gaps to avoid.
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How Poor Sleep Disrupts Your Hormones and Slows Weight Loss — Even on GLP-1 Medications
Poor sleep raises cortisol, spikes ghrelin, and disrupts orexin — making weight loss harder even when you're doing everything else right. Here's what to know.
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Medical Weight Loss Myths That Keep Patients From Getting Help
Learn the most common misconceptions about medical weight loss, why they stop patients from seeking care, and what a more realistic physician-led approach looks like.
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What Happens at Your First Medical Weight Loss Appointment? (Telehealth)
Not sure what to expect? Learn what a physician-led telehealth weight loss visit covers — from health history and labs to GLP-1 medication planning and follow-up.
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Why GLP-1 Prior Authorizations Get Denied — and What to Do Next
Insurance denied your Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro request? Learn the most common reasons GLP-1 prior authorizations get denied and exactly what to do next.
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What Labs Do You Need Before Starting Semaglutide or a GLP-1 Medication?
Before starting Ozempic, Wegovy, or another GLP-1 medication, baseline labs help ensure treatment is safe and well-matched to your metabolic health. Here is what to expect.