The Biggest Challenge: Weight Loss Maintenance While GLP-1 RAs are game-changers for weight loss, the real question is: What happens after the weight is lost
Image Credit: Love Employee / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the International Journal of Obesity , researchers assessed the effects of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists (RAs) and dual GLP-1/glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) agonists on weight and body composition in adults with overweight or obesity
As the dose is dialed, the spring is compressed and readied to drive the plunger into the stopper to dispense the medication
These medications are integral to effective weight loss strategies: Semaglutide (Wegovy) Wegovy, an FDA-approved choice, mimics GLP-1 hormone functions, regulating appetite and blood sugar
Its important to note, however, that compounded versions of the drugs arent approved by the U.S
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