As popular diabetes drugs take social media by storm as quick fixes for weight loss, experts warn, not only is there no magic pill when it comes to losing weight, but this off-label use can actually backfire, possibly doubling the weight that was lost, once the medication is stopped.
According to the National Institute of Health, more than 2 in 5 adults are obese. With obesity linked to the rising cases of diabetes, this statistic is a major cause for concern.
At Hackensack University Medical Center’s MOLLY Diabetes Education/Management Center for Adults and Children patients receive the most up-to-date, effective methods of diabetes treatment and management including the information, skills, and tools needed to live a healthy, productive, and satisfying lives.
Advice that includes how to be smart with snacks; cut down on added sugars; add exercise to your daily routine, choose healthy carbs; and so much more to help manage healthy blood sugar levels.
