Key Takeaways GLP-1 medications can slow digestion, which may contribute to constipation, bloating, cramping, and other GI symptoms
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View image online ( Person lifting large dumbbells in gym If youre taking GLP-1s, you know they can help you lose weight in a few different ways, like by targeting specific receptors in your body responsible for food cravings and metabolism
However, similar to other chronic diseases such as T2D, the focus in obesity management (including pharmacotherapy prescription) over time will need to be shifted to primary care and collaborative integrated care models to be developed between specialist obesity services and primary care striving to meet the needs of people living with obesity [115]
These so-called non-responders may show little weight loss or quickly reach a plateau at which they stall