Why GLP-1s Are Revolutionary: Historical Context: Before GLP-1 medications: Weight loss medications produced 3-7% average weight loss Only bariatric surgery achieved 15-30% weight loss Many people couldnt access surgery due to cost, risk, or preferences Gap existed between ineffective pills and invasive surgery GLP-1s filled this gap: Producing 10-22% weight loss with medication alone Non-surgical option with bariatric-level results Relatively few contraindications Once-weekly administration Generally well-tolerated How GLP-1 Medications Work: Natural Hormone Mimicry: GLP-1 is a hormone your body naturally produces in your intestines after eating
Low levels of glutathione can manifest as fatigue, increased susceptibility to infections, and oxidative stress-related symptoms
If persistent, consider reducing dose
(Fractional lasers fire holes into the skin, creating channels through which medications can penetrate.) He finds this method of laser-assisted drug delivery to be safer and more effective than steroid injections, which can overly thin the skin, even depressing the scar and promoting broken blood vessels
This is why someone may feel full for longer after eating after they start a GLP-1