Because the rules keep changing, a current review matters more than old advice
Behavioral intervention consisted of counseling by a dietitian or similarly qualified healthcare professional every 4 weeks via in-person visits or telephone on adherence to a reduced-calorie diet (500 kcal deficit a day relative to the energy expenditure estimated at randomization) and increased physical activity (150 minutes a week encouraged, for example, walking), both recorded daily (via a diary, app or other tools, which were reviewed during counseling sessions)
You may use the same body area (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm) for weekly injections, but not the same exact spot each time
Recent studies show that patients can expect an average reduction in body mass of approximately 10-15% over a period of 68 weeks when using semaglutide
if clinical criteria werent met, provide additional evidence or explain why criteria should be waived