During weight loss, when eating patterns may fluctuate, topical vitamin C is especially helpful for maintaining a brighter, more even skin tone and brighter look
Patients should be counselled that regaining weight after stopping GLP-1 RAs can reverse improvements, potentially requiring medications to be resumed
Interested in gut peptides, in 1980 Lund found a gene for the glucagon precursor in Goodman's library (Lund, Goodman, Dee, Habenerr)
GLP-1 injections offer several benefits for long-term weight loss, especially for individuals who struggle with managing their weight or have been unsuccessful with other weight loss methods
Patients should be aware that tirzepatide may affect the absorption of oral medications, including oral contraceptives
Studies have found that those using Semaglutide GLP-1 lost up to 10% of their body weight over a period of 16 weeks, compared to those not using Semaglutide GLP-1, who lost an average of 3%