Recently, the "Spcell GLP-1 Semaglutide weight loss injection pen" has been widely sold on social networks. Despite the medical risks, many women still buy diabetes medication to use to regulate their weight.
Online sales accounts also continuously advertise, offering miraculous benefits such as losing 15kg in 5-6 months without exercise or fasting to attract users.
According to Dr. Lam Van Hoang - Head of the Department of Endocrinology - Diabetes, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, drugs containing the active ingredient GLP-1 were originally drugs to treat diabetes, but later during the research process, they discovered the effect of weight loss on healthy people.
In Vietnam, only GLP-1 is currently indicated for both diabetes and obesity treatment and is allowed to be used but must be prescribed by a doctor.
For products sold on social networks such as "Spcell GLP-1 Semaglutide weight loss injection pen", they are currently not licensed by the health authority.
Therefore, women who want to lose weight should not abuse drugs or functional foods but need to carefully understand their body condition, choose safe methods, and follow the correct process.
WebMD says that weight loss needs to be maintained over a long period of time. "If you lose weight too quickly, you will lose muscle, bone and water, instead of fat," the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (USA) informs.
The Institute's advice is to avoid fad diets or products that promise quick weight loss when losing weight. Instead, stick to good habits, make healthy dietary changes, and make lifestyle changes over time to lose weight.
Of these, nutrition and exercise are the most important. Eating fewer calories only has an immediate impact in the short term. Maintaining a regimen and exercising will support the body and mind in the long term.
No matter which method you use, you need to prioritize foods that are good for your body such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins. In daily meals, people who are losing weight can change their menu from ingredients such as vegetarian and vegan foods (nuts, beans, soy), lean meat, poultry, fish, milk, and olive oil.
Besides the foods you should eat, you also need to limit certain foods during the weight loss process.
First are sugary foods like cookies, cakes… High-calorie drinks like soda, alcohol, and fruit juice are also not suitable.
Compared to whole grains, processed grains will not bring the desired effect. Foods including potatoes and white rice will slow down the weight loss process.
Besides food, eating habits and daily activities also contribute a lot. Instead of only eating 3 meals/day, you can increase the number to 5-6 meals/day, divide the calories evenly in different meals, and do not eat too much at one time.
When losing weight, you need to note: limit food portions, eat slowly and chew thoroughly, avoid eating late at night, do not put pressure on yourself, do not think negatively, persistently pursue the plan...
