No difference in weekly results
Good first-week foods include Greek yogurt, eggs, soup, broth, rice, crackers, bananas, cottage cheese, tender chicken, and small protein shakes
What has become increasingly clear since 2023 is that GLP-1 receptors are also active in areas of the brain involved in reward, impulse control, motivation, and stress regulation
The situation is further alarming, with over half of these individuals remaining unaware of their condition
Some patients get approved based solely on questionnaire responses, while others must complete blood work
It's important to note that weight loss itself is an evidence-based therapy for GERD, so the weight reduction achieved with these medications may actually improve reflux symptoms in some patients, potentially offsetting any direct effects on the gastroesophageal junction