Gout is a form of arthritis caused by excess uric acid crystals forming in the joints
Take home message GLP-1 weight loss injections are evidence-based treatments supported by extensive clinical research, which has shown 15-25% weight loss
Age, genetics, total pounds lost, and loss of muscle tone all influence how much laxity or residual fat you might see
Shes been outspoken about her distaste for the current Ozempic era we find ourselves in, citing potential long-term health consequences like pancreatitis and intestinal blockage as her main concerns (particularly for individuals who dont really need the medication for health reasons in the first place)
Each needle insertion introduces potential contaminants, even with proper sterile technique
Still, that has not stopped some doctors from prescribing these medications "off-label" for weight loss, which means they are used for a different purpose than explicitly intended