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It can also cause digestive symptoms such as gas, bloating, nausea, and occasional vomiting
Energy and metabolic effects Some research subjects report fatigue during the early phases of semaglutide studies
By contrast, Lillys orforglipron has no dosing restrictions
Higher levels are associated with: Type 2 diabetes Fatty liver disease Elevated cholesterol High blood pressure Cardiovascular disease Sleep apnoea This is why many doctors now pay close attention to waist circumference, metabolic markers, and body composition rather than focusing only on total body weight
Discourages lifestyle changes With semaglutide, people can often lose weight without making drastic lifestyle changes, which is great for quicker and simpler weight loss but can limit your ability to maintain a healthy weight without a medication regimen and discourage important changes like healthy eating habits and physical activity