In developed countries, excessive calorie intake and frequent consumption of unhealthy foods, associated with a sedentary lifestyle, have caused an increase in the prevalence of obesity, which in turn predisposes to several non-communicable diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease [9]
It typically includes doctor consultations, necessary lab work, access to prescribed medications (if eligible), unlimited support, and comprehensive guidance on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle
Serious adverse events were balanced across groups
Weight loss on GLP-1 drugs is typically accompanied by significant loss of lean body mass meaning patients lose muscle along with fat