Using the same spot repeatedly can lead to: Skin irritation The area can become sensitive, red, or sore over time, especially if the skin doesnt have time to recover between injections
Patients with existing cardiovascular disease actually experienced cardiovascular benefits (reduced heart attacks and strokes) despite temporary heart rate elevation, suggesting the overall metabolic effects of weight loss outweigh concerns about transient rate changes
It works by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which helps regulate blood sugar levels, suppress appetite, and slow digestion
"There is no question that if the drug is taken and stopped, it's just a matter of time and sometimes even short time where you get back to the weight you started from," he said
These all slow the movement of food through the digestive tract and are foods that increase GLP-1