Medical weight loss, on the other hand, is aimed at people with overweight or obesity, where body weight, health, comorbidities and long-term stabilization are central
Semaglutide belongs to a group called GLP-1 receptor agonists, also known as incretin mimetics
Dedicated kidney studies now show semaglutide slows CKD progression and lowers mortality in diabetics with CKD, underscoring the relevance of new guidelines that recommend GLP1RA therapy for specific populations
They may both cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, suppressed appetite, and low blood sugar (if you take insulin)
Notably, GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) can cross the blood-brain barrier, and in preclinical PD models, GLP-1 RAs have been shown to improve motor function and provide neuroprotection [10, 11]