McDonald suspects that GLP-1 medicines, as they regulate hunger and digestion hormones, also trigger other metabolic pathways
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It mimics the action of the natural hormone but has improved stability and a longer half-life, allowing for less frequent dosing (12)
Scholars have corroborated this concern, with one 2024 systematic review noting that up to 40% of the weight loss on semaglutide can come from lean mass like muscle
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[1] [2] Unlike many conventional tablets, Rybelsus requires specific packaging to maintain its stability and efficacy