The drugs work by mimicking a hormone in the body called GLP-1 that triggers an increase in the production of insulin, slows the rate at which food is digested in the stomach, and reduces appetite
Because they contain the same active ingredient, both these medications share many benefits, such as reducing insulin resistance, lowering inflammation, and potentially decreasing the risk of complications related to obesity and cardiovascular disease 1 , 2 , 5
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Addressing iron status early prevents energy crashes that can derail adherence to your GLP-1 therapy