Sensible baseline tests at the doctors: a complete blood count, ferritin, transferrin saturation, thyroid levels (TSH, fT4), zinc, vitamin D, B12 and HbA1c
This magnitude of weight change can improve insulin sensitivity, lower cardiovascular risk factors, and reduce the burden of comorbid conditions
Despite this limitation, there is significant consumer demand for these drugs beyond their approved uses
A 2024 study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that about 15 million Americans use the new generation of weight-loss drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, which require a once-weekly injection
People may receive compensation for economic and non-economic damages like medical expenses, emotional distress, lost wages and quality of life