Reduce calorie-dense, highly processed foods If nausea is an issue during dose escalation, eat smaller, more frequent meals Physical Activity Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity per week (walking, swimming, cycling) Include resistance training 2-3 times per week to maintain lean muscle Start gradually and increase intensity as your weight decreases and fitness improves Monitoring Weigh yourself consistently (same time, same conditions) once per week Track waist circumference monthly Keep a food journal during the first few weeks to identify patterns Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your doctor Long-Term Maintenance The clinical evidence suggests that weight management with this treatment is most effective as a sustained programme
Louis Aronne, who directs the Comprehensive Weight Control Center at Weill Cornell Medicine and who led the study
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The clinician needs to develop a treatment plan that defines the duration of therapy and patient monitoring at all times