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We typically recommend medical weight loss for people who: Have a doctors diagnosis of obesity Have a BMI of 27 or higher, accompanied by related conditions like Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol Have not achieved significant weight loss through diet and exercise alone Want a safe way to shed unwelcome pounds quickly Can GLP-1 Help You Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals
GLP-1 medications require ongoing monitoring for side effects, metabolic changes, and dose adjustments
Neither has strong evidence proving superiority over plain tirzepatide
Hormonal and Metabolic Changes Weight loss may also trigger hormonal and metabolic changes that temporarily affect the hair growth cycle
This increases the body's basic metabolism, even when sleeping, which leads to overall weight loss and specifically burns fat