Postpartum weight loss is a significant health concern for many new mothers, with studies showing that approximately 20% of women retain substantial pregnancy weight at one year after delivery
At present, there is little evidence that micronutrient supplementation provides cognitive benefits, with the reported benefits being mostly related to mood
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So far, the phase II trial results of the GLP-1/GCG dual agonists support commencement of a phase III pivotal program
GLP-1 receptor agonists work through several pathways: Enhancing insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells in a glucose-dependent manner, which helps lower blood sugar levels Suppressing glucagon release , thereby reducing hepatic glucose production Slowing gastric emptying , which prolongs satiety and reduces appetite Acting on appetite centres in the brain , particularly the hypothalamus, to decrease food intake While these medications are licensed by the MHRA for type 2 diabetes and, in some formulations (e.g., Saxenda, Wegovy), for chronic weight management, NHS access via NICE guidance is more restricted
Semaglutide activates GLP-1 receptors in the brain and gut within hours of your first injection, signaling fullness earlier during meals