Even modest weight loss of 5-10% can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, mobility, sleep, and long-term metabolic health
But some data also suggest this side effect can be dampened by gradually raising peoples doses over time, similar to how existing GLP-1 drugs are managed
"People don't always appreciate this," says Rubino
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A notable clinical process distinction from most other platforms in this series: Sprout Health does not require lab work, and most patients will not need a telehealth appointment
Studies on related conditions show that patients using semaglutide alongside carbohydrate modification experienced faster weight loss than either approach alone, better glycemic control, and improved other metabolic markers