Make sure you use the right amount as your doctor told you
Apr 28 2015;113(8):1182-94
Patients should: Follow the dose escalation schedule to minimise side effects Attend regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and safety Engage with dietetic support to ensure adequate nutrition whilst reducing calorie intake Combine medication with increased physical activity (aim for 150 minutes moderate-intensity exercise weekly, plus muscle-strengthening activities on at least 2 days per week, as per UK Chief Medical Officers' guidelines) Structured lifestyle programmes : NICE recommends multicomponent interventions including dietary modification, physical activity, and behavioural strategies
Local Precision Meets Systemic Support: This is perhaps the most elegant part of the synergy hypothesis
[11] [15] For gastric banding patients, annual blood tests are generally recommended as a minimum once stable, covering: Serum vitamin B12 Full blood count (to detect macrocytic or megaloblastic anaemia) Serum ferritin and iron studies Vitamin D, calcium, and parathyroid hormone (PTH) Folate Thyroid function and other metabolic markers as clinically indicated The specific tests and frequency recommended may vary according to the procedure performed, individual clinical circumstances, and local protocols
Its a circular problem, and its not entirely unfair to point that out