Lipid profile insights: Used in lab settings to explore triglyceride and cholesterol regulation
In addition to their primary purpose of treating type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) agonist drugs are also licensed for use in the treatment of obesity
The support available: Ongoing clinical care, nutritional guidance and Health Coaching can make a meaningful difference to long-term success
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They mimic a natural hormone that helps control appetite, slow digestion, and reduce blood sugar spikes after meals, which supports gradual reductions in body weight over time
Of note, the Endocrine Society guidelines on hypoglycemia state that an oral glucose tolerance test should never be used to document postprandial hypoglycemia