Look out for non-scale victories like: Feeling more energetic throughout the day Enjoying better, more restful sleep Experiencing sharper mental focus Noticing clothes fitting more comfortably Easing of joint pain or physical discomfort Seeing positive changes in your skin You can also celebrate fitness achievements, like walking longer distances, lifting heavier weights, or simply feeling stronger in daily activities
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Research at these doses should be conducted only with appropriate safety tracking and should be reserved for protocols where the research objectives justify the increased risk
NICE recommendations for GLP-1 therapy include: For type 2 diabetes (NICE NG28): GLP-1 therapy should only be continued if there is a beneficial metabolic response (HbA1c reduction of 11 mmol/mol [1.0%] and weight loss of 3% of initial body weight at 6 months)
This issue still requires further research