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Angelica Brandelius

MD, PhD, Certified Fitness & Medical Trainer

Dr. Angelica Brandelius, MD, PhD, is a licensed physician and certified medical trainer with a background in immunology, clinical research and more than 15 years of experience in exercise and health. At Yazen, she develops digital solutions that help people build and maintain an active lifestyle.

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Dr. Angelica Brandelius earned her medical degree from Lund University and holds a PhD in Medical Science in immunology. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Medical Trainer through The Academy, where she bridges medicine and exercise by tailoring physical activity for individuals with conditions such as type 2 diabetes, overweight and obesity, and cardiovascular disease.

With more than 15 years of experience at SATS, the Nordic region’s largest fitness chain, she has led a wide range of training concepts – from yoga and running to strength training and senior fitness – while continuing her professional development through Les Mills programmes, yoga certifications and studies in sports psychology at Malmö University.

At Yazen, she develops digital solutions that empower people to start and sustain an active lifestyle, always with a focus on individual needs and circumstances.

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Angelica Brandelius

Weight Loss Injection Treatment – How Does It Work?

Weight loss injections have emerged as an evidence-based medical treatment for obesity and overweight. By mimicking the body's natural hormones, these prescription medications help regulate appetite and support sustainable weight management. In this guide, we explore how injectable weight loss treatments work, who is eligible, and what to expect when combining them with professional medical support.

Losing weight during menopause: a guide to lasting results

Many women notice that their body changes during menopause. More fat may gather around the stomach while muscle mass gradually decreases. But what is actually happening in the body, and how does it affect weight? In this article, we look at what research shows and which strategies may help if you want to lose weight during menopause.

Mounjaro vs Wegovy: what’s the difference?

The main difference between Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide) lies in how they work in the body.

Is Ozempic safe for weight loss?

Choosing medication to support weight loss is a big decision. It’s completely natural to want clear answers about safety and possible risks. Medicines like Ozempic and Wegovy have had a lot of media attention, and the information out there can feel mixed or confusing. To make a well-informed choice, it’s important to look at scientific evidence and individual medical assessment rather than headlines.

What happens if you stop taking Mounjaro?

Stopping Mounjaro often brings up a lot of questions. If you’ve been using it to support weight loss or improve your metabolic health, it’s completely natural to wonder what happens next.

Mounjaro is a prescription medicine containing tirzepatide. In the UK, it’s licensed for type 2 diabetes and weight management, alongside lifestyle changes. But what actually happens in your body when you stop treatment? Will the weight come back? And is it possible to keep the results long term?

Side effects of Ozempic and Wegovy: what’s common and what should you look out for?

Interest in medicines containing semaglutide, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, has grown quickly in recent years. With proven effects, it’s natural that questions about safety and side effects follow. How does the treatment affect your body? Is it safe? And what can you do if you feel sick, for example?

Mounjaro side effects: common symptoms and how to manage them

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes and, in some cases, to support weight management in people living with obesity, or overweight with at least one weight-related health condition.

What happens if you stop taking Ozempic?

Stopping Ozempic can raise a lot of questions, especially if you’ve been using semaglutide to support weight loss or improve your metabolic health. What actually happens in your body? Will the weight come back?

In this article, we’ll look at what the research shows about what can happen when you stop taking Ozempic or Wegovy, and what can influence the outcome.

How do you get GLP-1 prescribed?

Thinking about weight loss medication and wondering what’s involved? You might have heard of Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro, but feel unsure about how the process actually works. Here’s a clear guide to the criteria, the medical assessment and the usual steps before treatment can start, so you know what to expect.