While the mean weight change after discontinuation was small in both groups, individual outcomes varied considerably
For those on warfarin, INR monitoring is advisable, and effects on other oral medicines with narrow therapeutic indices should be considered due to delayed gastric emptying
Social divides persist: 73% of women and 61% of men feel pressure to lose weight
For many clients, connecting them with a psychologist is needed to address internalized weight bias, trauma, as well as psychological barriers to nutrition and lifestyle practices for self-care, as well as improving body image and acceptance
These agents go beyond glycemic control
The WHO: Officially validated GLP-1 receptor agonists (semaglutide, tirzepatide and liraglutide) as effective treatments for obesity in adults with a BMI of 30 or more