A study of compounded GLP-1 preparations found that some contained as little as 60% of the labeled active ingredient
Tirzepatide Brand names: Mounjaro, Zepbound How it works: This drug impersonates two hunger-regulating hormones: GLP-1 and GIP
Try to aim for at least 8 glasses of water per day, especially before and after meals
Key Takeaways Pairing semaglutide with the Mediterranean diet strengthens appetite control, stabilizes blood sugar, and promotes more consistent weight loss results
Among patients who experienced an early cardiovascular event, those treated with semaglutide had approximately 40% fewer major events at both 3 and 6 months compared to those receiving a placebo, often before most had reached the full target dose
What causes this and what can you do to avoid these negative side effects from this extremely popular medication