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By activating GLP-1 receptors in the brain and digestive system, these medications significantly reduce appetite, increase feelings of fullness after meals, and help the body preferentially burn stored fat
Weight loss is minimal, often 1-2 pounds over the first month, primarily from reduced food intake rather than dramatic appetite changes
Watch for cloudiness, visible particles or precipitate, a color shift (most peptides are colorless GHK-Cu is the exception and reads blue, which is normal), or foam that will not settle
De logische beleidsconsequentie: voor patinten met ernstige psychiatrische aandoeningen bij wie een leefstijlinterventie niet haalbaar is, zou de GLI als vergoedingsvoorwaarde moeten vervallen