Connealy shares how to take preventative action before diagnosis, and how her center, Cancer Center for Healing and Center for New Medicine, which has become the largest integrative medical clinic in North America, is designed with a patient-first approach
Key takeaways: GLP-1 medications are primarily used for weight loss, but are increasingly being explored in relation to PCOS and perimenopause Early evidence (mainly in women with obesity and PCOS) suggests GLP-1s may improve insulin resistance and support more regular menstrual cycles and ovulation There is currently limited research on how GLP-1 medications affect periods, fertility, PMS, or menopause symptoms in the wider population Period tracking apps like Clue may help users monitor cycle and symptom changes while using GLP-1 medications 1
It should be swallowed whole with a sip of water (up to 4 ounces)
For those wondering, "do you need a prescription for Wegovy," the answer is yes
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Perhaps youve noticed meals and snacks labeled GLP-1 friendly in the freezer section of your supermarket, and thought they might be a useful shortcut
