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#Ozempic #Wegovy #Zepbound #GLP1 #weightlossjourney 

Are you taking Wegovy, Ozempic, or Zepbound and feeling like your results have stalled? In this video, board-certified physician Dr. Mohammed Paika breaks down the 5 mistakes that quietly sabotage GLP-1 results — and exactly what to do instead to keep losing fat, protect your muscle, and avoid unnecessary side effects.

Drawing on his experience as a hospitalist and obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Paika walks through dose titration, nutrition, digestion, and lab work — the pieces most people never get told about.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro — Why Your Results Might Be Stalling
0:53 Meet Dr. Paika
1:37 Mistake #1: Chasing the Calendar Instead of Your Biology
4:07 Mistake #2: Treating the Medication Like It Replaces the Basics
6:02 Mistake #3: Eating Too Little (and Losing the Wrong Weight)
8:29 Mistake #4: Ignoring What Your Gut Is Telling You
10:47 Mistake #5: Never Checking Your Blood Work
12:27 Final Thoughts + What to Watch Next

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👨‍⚕️ ABOUT DR. MOHAMMED K. PAIKA
Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine
Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Helping people understand metabolism, hormones, and sustainable health through evidence-based medicine.

⚕️ MEDICAL & EDUCATIONAL DISCLAIMER: This content is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice or a substitute for care from your healthcare provider. Viewing this content does not create a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, diet, exercise, or weight-loss plan. Individual results and risks vary. You assume responsibility for decisions made b