Many patients use GLP-1 injections for a set period before transitioning to maintenance support
Doctors typically consider these medications only after other approaches such as nutrition changes, increased physical activity, and behavioral support have not been enough
Other contemporary studies, such as the EXSCEL and FREEDOM trials evaluated the cardiovascular effects of exenatide, a GLP-1 RA (80, 81)
Lipopolysaccharides-mediated increase in glucose-stimulated insulin secretion: involvement of the GLP-1 pathway
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While weight loss drugs could still be viable option for you, either alone or in conjunction with weight loss surgery, its important to have a individualized tailored approach and consider long term outcomes