Patients treated with a lower 9-mg dose shed 26.4%, or 64.2 pounds, of their body weight
They are looking for gentler food structure
This pattern typically relates to ongoing digestion preventing entry into deep sleep stages, undiagnosed or undertreated sleep apnea, or the metabolic transition that occurs during the first weeks of treatment
Decreased calorie & nutrient intake and potentially muscle loss can lead to other consequences if not appropriately orchestrated into a personalized health plan
Other GLP-1 receptor agonists that are FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes and may lead to weight loss include: Dulaglutide (Trulicity) Exenatide (Bydureon) Lixisenatide (Adlyxin) Other forms of semaglutide (Ozempic and Rybelsus) Many diabetes medications and insulin reduce blood sugars but also contribute to weight gain
As Dr Kwong puts it: "The best approach is to be kind to your body, give it time to adjust, and seek support when you need it, whether thats from your doctor, your trainer, or even your bra fitter." Expert bios Douglas M