Whether you achieve a 20% weight reduction through bariatric surgery, strict dieting, or an AOM, the composition of that weight loss remains remarkably consistent
Although previous studies showed a lack of therapeutic benefit for GIP agonists, current studies show that the glucose lowering and weight loss effects of tirzepatide are at least as effective as GLP-1 RAs with a similar adverse effect profile
Key points The incretin hormone glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) promotes satiety and potentiates insulin release and suppression of glucagon release in response to the ingestion of nutrients
GLP-1 RAs shouldnt be taken by anyone with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome
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Shared decision-making between patients and clinicians should weigh cardiovascular benefits against cost, adverse effects, and individual treatment goals