GLP-1 therapy is used as part of a comprehensive medical weight loss program and is not a standalone treatment
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Metabolism is the process by which our bodies use enzymes proteins that help speed up chemical reactions in our bodies to break down food and other biological substances to then produce energy needed for daily living
The magnitude of weight loss achieved with GLP-1 RAs often exceeds that seen with lifestyle interventions alone, potentially providing hope for adolescents who have struggled with traditional approaches
[DOI] [PMC free article] [PubMed] [Google Scholar] 197.Lacagnina S., Tips J., Pauly K., Cara K., Karlsen M
Breaking this cycle will require evidence-based, patient-centric policies that recognize obesity as a chronic, relapsing condition, along with integrated care models that combine ongoing pharmacotherapy, lifestyle interventions, and robust patient support