de Nadal E, Ammerer G, Posas F
Long-Term Success Maintaining weight loss long term often requires more than just GLP-1s
In large RCTs, patients receiving semaglutide, 2.4 mg, lost a mean of 6% of their weight by week 12 and 12% of their weight by week 28. (Source) It is important to note that GLP-1 is not a magic bullet for weight loss and should not be used as a substitute for a healthy lifestyle
Gentle activities like walking, swimming, and light yoga support metabolic health and muscle function without exacerbating pain
Successful behavior change in obesity interventions in adults: a systematic review of self-regulation mediators
The acetylated form can cross the blood-brain barrier and is therefore considered the "L-carnitine of the brain"