Insulin resistance occurs when our bodies make enough insulin, but our cells especially our muscle cells stop responding the way they normally would (as if they are developing a tolerance, or resistance, to insulin, ignoring its signal)
Reported benefits include: Non-addictive treatment Reduced risk of heart disease Lower blood pressure Improved mobility Mental clarity Better sleep Increased self-esteem Potential Side Effects of GLP-1s Most patients tolerate GLP-1s well, but some may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, or constipation
PlexusDx providers assess your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and monitor your response carefully, adjusting semaglutide dosing and timing to work safely with your other medications
Elevated lipid in ovarian tissue and defective lipoprotein processing may generate lipotoxic microenvironments that damage follicle cells and egg viability
Individuals with type 2 diabetes may experience a somewhat slower rate and lower magnitude of weight loss compared to those without diabetes, as demonstrated in the SURMOUNT-2 trial
Yes, metformin has been associated with modest weight loss
