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Highlights GLP-1 medicines reduce fat and liver mass more rapidly than skeletal muscle (SKM) Running performance is maintained or improved in mice on GLP-1 medicine GLP-1 medicine modifies the SKM proteome despite similar weight loss as calorie restriction Patients on GLP-1 medicine slightly reduce SKM mass but largely maintain strength Summary The large decrease in body weight with glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medicines raises concern about a loss of lean body mass (LBM) and skeletal muscle

The Area Postrema: How Your Brain Senses the Medicine GLP-1 medications also work by activating GLP-1 receptors, which play a role in managing your appetite and food cravings

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For more pronounced changes, such as significant skin brightening and the fading of hyperpigmentation, consistent treatment over three to six months is often required

Key Takeaways Semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as tirzepatides like Mounjaro and Zepbound, have become popular medications for managing both weight and diabetes

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