doi:10.1073/pnas.71.7.2730
Each nutrient plays its role to help the body convert fat to energy and improve your overall weight loss efforts
You may need more if youre active or if its hot outside
A 2025 study of 228,000 individuals with obesity, Type 2 diabetes, or alcohol use disorder, semaglutide and liraglutide use was associated with a 36% and 28% lower risk, respectively, of alcohol-related hospitalizations (such as intoxication and withdrawal symptoms) compared to patients who weren't prescribed GLP-1 medications (Lhteenvuo et al., 2025)
Aiming for a steady, medically supported rate of 1 to 2 pounds of fat loss per week ensures that you preserve your muscle mass and keep your metabolic engine running efficiently
It is available under brand names Saxenda (for weight loss) and Victoza (for diabetes)