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Things worth knowing — before, during, after.

Short, plain-language guides on GLP-1 therapy and metabolic health, written and reviewed by ZIVOLABS doctors. No clickbait. No miracle promises.

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What to expect· 5 min

Can I target belly fat with a GLP-1?

You can't spot-reduce, but visceral (belly) fat often responds fastest, so waist size frequently drops quicker than the scale early on — a genuinely good sign.

21 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Will I lose weight from my face / become loose-skinned?

Significant weight loss can leave some loose skin and facial slimming. Going at a sensible pace, keeping protein high and building muscle improves how your body looks afterwards.

20 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Is it normal to lose weight slowly?

Yes. Slow, steady loss (around 0.5–1 kg a week) protects muscle and is more sustainable than crash loss. Faster isn't better.

19 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Why has my weight loss stalled (plateau)?

Plateaus are normal: as you lose weight your calorie needs fall and your reduced appetite catches up. Adding strength training, auditing protein, or a dose step-up usually breaks it.

18 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Will I regain the weight if I stop?

Often, yes — studies show people regain much of the weight after stopping, because the underlying appetite biology returns. That's why a step-down to maintenance is preferred over stopping abruptly.

17 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

How much weight can I lose in a year?

Around 15% of body weight with semaglutide and up to ~20% with tirzepatide in trials over roughly a year, when paired with lifestyle changes.

16 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

How much weight can I lose in six months?

On average 10–12% with semaglutide and 14–16% with tirzepatide by six months, alongside diet and activity. Individual results vary widely.

15 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

How much weight can I lose in three months?

Trial data suggest 5–7% of starting weight by 12 weeks. If you've lost under 3%, your doctor will reassess the dose or molecule.

14 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

How much weight can I lose in one month on a GLP-1?

Realistically 2–4 kg in the first month, much of it as appetite drops and water shifts. The early weeks are mostly about titrating up, so don't judge the medicine yet.

13 Jun 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Why am I feeling cold all the time on Wegovy?

Eating much less can lower your metabolic heat and, occasionally, unmask low iron or thyroid issues. If it persists, get iron and TSH checked.

28 May 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Why am I getting headaches on Ozempic?

Early headaches are usually dehydration or, in diabetics, lower sugar. More water and steady meals fix most; a headache lasting beyond five days needs review.

27 May 2025
What to expect· 5 min

Why am I craving sweets despite the medicine on Mounjaro?

Some craving is normal, especially under stress or poor sleep. Front-loading protein, fixing sleep and keeping sweets out of the house help more than willpower alone.

26 May 2025
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  • Available as weekly injection or daily tablets
  • Around 15% average weight loss in major GLP‑1 trials — results vary*
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*Average weight loss seen in published GLP-1 RA trials over 68 weeks. Individual results vary. Read the medical disclaimer.