Mounjaro is FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes alongside diet and exercise
However, individuals with a history of pancreatitis or thyroid cancer should exercise caution
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) drives more daily calorie burn than formal workouts for most people, yet it's the first thing that drops during weight loss through micro-decisions like taking fewer steps, choosing closer parking spots, and sitting more
15 Others average a loss of 10% to 20% of their total body weight
Monitoring selected micronutrients is justified in patients requiring more prolonged ICU therapy
A patient on "the best" GLP-1 medication (by name) who titrates too quickly, skips doses, or stops at the first side effect will have worse outcomes than a patient on "the worst" GLP-1 medication who titrates slowly, stays consistent, and reaches maintenance dose