IUDs (Mirena, Liletta, Kyleena, Skyla, Paragard), the birth control implant (Nexplanon), the shot, the patch, and the ring are not absorbed through the stomach, so tirzepatides (Zepbound, Mounjaro) effect on gastric emptying does not apply
They were among the first clinical reference laboratories to use ICP-MS and high-resolution ICP-MS and are leaders in GC/MS, UHPLC, LC/MS QQQ, and the latest automated microbiology systems
Eating a diet rich in prebiotic fiber think oats, legumes, onions, garlic, and asparagus helps fuel SCFA-producing bacteria that indirectly stimulate GLP-1
They operate through specific, well-documented pathways
Reduce oxidative stress exposure as much as possible: UV rays, too much alcohol, UV damage, smoking, stress, and more
underlying medical disorders can contribute to weight gain and play a significant role in any weight management program