Considerations for specific populations Despite the adherence improvement and convenience of GLP-1 patches, they may not be the best option for some people, including: Elderly patients usually have frail skin, making it challenging to apply and remove the transdermal patch
"Effect of GLP-1 receptor agonist on brain glucose metabolism in Alzheimers." Diabetes, 2016
We now view GLP-1 medications and metabolic surgery as complementary treatments rather than competing options
In addition, they can also extend feelings of fullness and curb unhealthy cravings by slowing down gastric emptying
So, lets sit down and have an honest conversation about your real options, what the science actually says, and what might work best for you
Studies show these medications: Lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels 10 Reduce small- and medium-sized LDL particles, which are particularly harmful 10 Promote cholesterol efflux from cells through increased ABCA1 expression 11 Liraglutide and taspoglutide demonstrate exceptional cholesterol-lowering effects, especially on total cholesterol and triglycerides 10