glp-1 tips and tricks If you've been taking GLP-1s, even for a little while, you may be wondering how to maintain the weight loss you've achieved. Our endocrinologist explains what works what to avoid Your roadmap to your first

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Both groups reached the same maintenance dose, but the escalated group achieved greater weight loss (-17.1% vs -15.7%) with fewer gastrointestinal adverse events

And patients want to access these medications at an affordable price point. Many insurers are narrowing eligibility for GLP-1 coverage to high-risk patientstypically those with Type 2 diabetes, or with a BMI over a certain threshold and a weight-related comorbidity (e.g., hypertension, sleep apnea)

Hormonally active vitamin D also plays a role in intestinal phosphate uptake through calcitriol regulation of the expression of the SLC34A2 gene

Always tell your surgical team if you're taking a GLP-1 medication and follow their guidance about when or whether to stop it