Excess weight, especially around the abdomen, can make it harder for the body to respond to insulin, worsening blood sugar control
But as a registered dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 nutrition, I've found that one of the biggest misconceptions is that having little to no appetite is always a good thing
Some commonly discussed side effects may include: Nausea Digestive discomfort Changes in appetite Fatigue Gastrointestinal symptoms Most side effects vary in severity and may improve over time for some individuals
Ultraviolet exposure is considered a primary factor in pathogenesis, but 20% of lesions are located in non-sun exposed areas (30,31)
When UV rays penetrate the epidermis, they damage DNA in skin cells
This is the first time the GIP/GLP-1 advantage over GLP-1 alone has been proven in a direct comparison, and it is why I treat "tirzepatide beats semaglutide" as a settled question rather than an open debate