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Nathalie Chevreau, a biochemist who served as a senior scientific researcher for LifeVantage from 2014 until 2019, told STAT that distributors also routinely made inaccurate claims including, in some cases, that the products could help with cancer at corporate events
Due to changes in tolerance and increased side effects, it is best to limit intake and discuss your specific situation with your doctor, especially if you have a history of alcohol use disorder
The prescription drugs mimic that hormone in a powerful way, while the supplements slightly increase the natural release of the GLP-1 the body produces, White notes
The Food and Drug Administration has the authority to regulate dietary supplements, but, unlike drugs and biologics, these compounds arent approved for safety and effectiveness before they hit the market
Those approved for weight loss include Zepbound (tirzepatide), Wegovy (semaglutide), and Saxenda (liraglutide)