What Is GLP-1 and How Does It Work for Weight Loss
At Protocol Health in Scarsdale, NY, we care for patients across Westchester and the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area both in person and by telehealth, always with physician oversight and lab-informed planning
Unlike standard weight-loss programs, we focus on healthy fat loss with minimal muscle loss, improved body composition and sustainable long-term results
[1] Contact your GP or NHS 111 if: Gastrointestinal side effects persist beyond the first few weeks or worsen over time Diarrhoea persists for more than a few days or is accompanied by fever Constipation becomes severe or does not respond to dietary measures and over-the-counter remedies You experience unexplained weight loss beyond expected therapeutic effects Symptoms significantly impact your quality of life or ability to maintain nutrition You have concerns about any new or unusual symptoms Patients with known diverticular disease should maintain regular contact with their healthcare team and report any changes in bowel habits or abdominal symptoms promptly
Liraglutide reduces alcohol consumption, anxiety, memory impairment, and synapse loss in alcohol dependent mice
Some of them have also been shown to help with weight loss because they slow down digestion and increase feelings of fullness