It's also important to distinguish between true gastroesophageal reflux (acid moving into the esophagus) and dyspeptic symptoms (upper abdominal discomfort, early satiety) that may accompany delayed gastric emptying
When discussing potential gallbladder side effects of GLP-1 medications, clinicians should avoid alarmist language
The GLP-1 hormone plays several roles: When you eat, GLP-1 signals insulin to be released from your pancreas
Amid growing awareness that obesity is a chronic biological, and therefore treatable, disease, bariatric surgery volumes steadily increased from 158,000 people in 2011 to 280,000 in 2022, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
The categorizations of obesity and overweight can contribute to weight stigma, and they are often based on body mass index (BMI), which is not an accurate measure of health
Magnesium can be a helpful supplement while taking GLP-1, especially for people dealing with constipation, poor sleep, muscle tension, or fatigue