The result: Reduced appetite You feel genuinely satisfied with less food, not deprived Fewer cravings The constant mental chatter about food quiets down Slower digestion Food stays in your stomach longer, keeping you full between meals Better blood sugar control Fewer energy crashes and hunger spikes throughout the day Cardiovascular benefits Research shows reduced risk of heart attacks and strokes in people taking GLP-1 medications This isnt willpower in a syringe
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For example, the FDA-approved obesity dose for semaglutide is a 16-week step-up to a maintenance of 1.7 or 2.4 mg weekly
DEXA scans during this phase often reveal improvements that the scale completely misses
The STEP trials showed small reductions in depressive symptoms
Cardiovascular exercise two to three times per week supports heart health and adds caloric expenditure without the muscle-depleting effects of excessive cardio