When combined with healthy eating habits, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress management, GLP-1 therapy can be a successful long-term strategy rather than a temporary solution 10
Pharmacokinetics of metformin after intravenous and oral administration to man
FIGURE 1 Some people may experience side effects after taking metformin, with the main symptoms being gastrointestinal discomforts such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, and in a few cases, lactic acidosis, and vitamin B12 malabsorption
Less-than-ideal responses can happen with any weight loss drug: Some people might lose weight fast, while others might not see much change
And when your body starts feeling safe, nourished, and balanced, everything from your mood to your cycle starts falling back into place
All three medications are made by the pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk