Heres what scientists do understand: GLP-1 medications mimic naturally existing glucagon-like peptide 1 gut hormones in your bodymostly secreted in the small intestine and pancreasthat help regulate blood sugar and appetite
Whether practicing as a physician, nurse practitioner, physician associate, or registered dietitian, healthcare professionals need evidence-based, practical strategies to safely optimize GLP-1 therapy
Why Someone Might Combine These Medications It may seem counterintuitive to take a weight loss medication while undergoing hormone therapy, but there are several clinical reasons why a provider might recommend this combination
Bloating and gas These are common companions to the other gastrointestinal symptoms and are related to the same slowing of digestive transit
The protective effect appeared particularly strong for endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer and meningioma
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