In addition to improving metabolic health, studies suggest that better fat distribution may also reduce inflammation in the body, further protecting against a range of diseases linked to obesity
Doctors usually start at a low dose and increase it slowly
Role of semaglutide in the treatment of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Over 400 peer-reviewed papers in three years
Rising demand for these types of drugs, which mimic key hormones that tell us to feel full, have led to severe shortages of GLP-1s in recent months
Other conditions require careful evaluation: uncontrolled high blood pressure , recent heart attacks or strokes, active cancer treatment, and certain medications all need special consideration