Use a shared decision-making approach with patients to openly discuss the risks and benefits of each option before the procedure
But one question comes up again and again: stop GLP-1 medications without gaining the weight back The short answer is yes, some people can maintain their weight loss after stopping GLP-1 medications
Compounded semaglutide is widely used for chronic weight management in adults who are overweight or obese, even without diabetes, as long as they meet the clinical criteria and have no contraindications
It also lowers glucagon secretion, slows stomach emptying, promotes satiety, and improves glucose disposal in peripheral tissues
Research shows that certain gut bacteria enhance GLP-1 production through fermentation of soluble fiber into short-chain fatty acids
On average, Medi-Weightloss patients lose 29 pounds in 13 weeks