Weight reduction outcomes are often noticeable after a few months of adherenceespecially when paired with dietary changes
Treatment decisions should consider weight-loss goals, health history, side effects, medication source, and ongoing monitoring
SURMOUNT-OSA: Tirzepatide and obstructive sleep apnea The SURMOUNT-OSA trial (Malhotra et al., NEJM 2024, NEJMoa2404881, PMID 38912654) evaluated tirzepatide in adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea and obesity, in two parallel populations: subjects not receiving continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and subjects receiving CPAP at baseline
5-HTP 5-Hydroxytryptophan is a precursor to serotonin, and approximately 95% of the body serotonin is produced in the gut where it plays a critical role in regulating motility
It revealed that of the 18,010 women in that cohort who were first prescribed GLP-1 medications during that time, only 21% reported using contraception, and 2.2% of women became pregnant within six months of starting GLP-1 treatment
Cardiovascular exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle, offering numerous benefits: Heart Health: It strengthens your heart and lungs, improving endurance and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease