General eligibility: BMI of 30 or greater (clinically defined as obesity), OR BMI of 27 or greater with at least one weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or obstructive sleep apnea Who should NOT take GLP-1 medications: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) History of Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2) History of pancreatitis Pregnant or breastfeeding patients Patients with severe gastrointestinal disease Our screening process: Your consultation includes a thorough health history review, current medication assessment, and discussion of your weight loss goals

Some of the potential neurological benefits of GLP-1s include: Reduced risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimers and Parkinsons Improved cognitive function Potential treatment for multiple sclerosis and epilepsy Studies have shown that GLP-1s can increase the number of astrocytes, which help protect the brain and maintain the blood-brain barrier
This optimizes the benefits related to appetite suppression, gastric emptying, and insulin regulation, leading to more predictable weight loss outcomes and better glycemic control
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