Originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 medications are now among the most widely prescribed drugs in the country largely because of their significant effects on weight loss
But should potentially life-saving medication be available to those whose lives arent at risk?We speak to two doctors getting at the heart of these questions and a woman whos been using these medications to improve her health
The needles are very small, and many people say they barely feel them
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Why Muscle Loss Can Happen on GLP-1s Several factors can contribute to lean mass loss during GLP-1induced weight loss: reduced total calorie intake, inadequate protein intake, and lack of resistance training
Factors such as eating habits, meal composition, and the rate of dose titration can significantly influence the severity of gastrointestinal side effects