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Though originally developed for diabetes treatment, it has gained attention for its superior weight loss outcomes compared to many other medications in its class
However, this could change with several key policy shifts on the horizon
For example, a 2025 study showed an average loss of 7.9 to 12 lbs in PCOS patients
A few studies suggested that stopping GLP-1s is associated with regaining at least a portion of the lost weight, but its possible that if you go slowly, you may be more likely to keep the weight off
In addition, GLP-1RAs also have the effects of anti-inflammation, neuroprotection, lowering blood pressure, improving blood lipid profile and protecting liver (Zhao et al., 2021