A muscle-preserving weight-loss strategy may include: Medical history review Weight and body-composition goals Nutrition planning Protein guidance Resistance-training recommendations Metabolic lab review Hormone and thyroid considerations when appropriate Medication review GLP-1 education Peptide therapy discussion when medically appropriate Ongoing monitoring and adjustment This type of care is especially important for patients who have: Insulin resistance Prediabetes Type 2 diabetes Menopause-related body-composition changes Low energy Low muscle mass A history of repeated dieting Thyroid concerns High stress Poor sleep Prior weight regain Concerns about rapid weight loss For these patients, a generic weight-loss plan is rarely enough
Tracking small wins, joining group challenges, and celebrating non-scale victories help you stay committed during slower periods or plateaus
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The drugs progress comes as Eli Lilly continues to expand its obesity portfolio, which already includes the injectable Zepbound and the oral pill Foundayo
However, the convenience and accessibility of a once-daily oral option may make GLP-1 therapy more practical for many patients
Links among obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis: bone as a target