At Maryland Trim Clinic, GLP-1 services are positioned within a broader medical weight-management approach that includes assessment, follow-up, nutrition guidance, and progress monitoring
The rising use of GLP-1 receptor agonists , particularly Ozempic, has revolutionized weight management
Before we dive into the 'how,' let's clarify the 'what.' GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists are a class of medications that mimic a natural hormone your gut produces
Your Body Already Produces the Hormone Being Marketed to You Your body naturally produces a hormone called GLP-1
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Now, the drug is also indicated to prevent kidney disease worsening, kidney failure, and death due to cardiovascular disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD)