are glp 1 drugs safe for older adults What need to know before using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight Do The Benefits of GLP-1
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Cell 185(14):2478-2494.e28 Zheng Z, Zong Y, Ma Y, Tian Y (2024) Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor: mechanisms and advances in therapy
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GLP-1 medications are typically intended for long-term use
16 , 17 Given this, the weight loss and metabolic improvements associated with GLP-1RA therapy may provide tangible benefits for this population
Not only did patients lose weight as expected -- an average of 4.4 kg from baseline -- but triglyceride and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels also declined significantly
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They may decide to keep you on a lower dose for a longer period
