Well, if youve ever seen a commercial for a weight loss drug, the voiceover has to speed through the long list of potential side effects like an auctioneer
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The short answer: this combination carries substantial risks and is not recommended by clinical guidelines
Niacinamide helps improve the appearance of the skin by supporting the skin barrier and reducing common concerns like uneven tone or enlarged pores
In the trial mentioned above, one year after stopping the GLP-1 medication, participants also saw: Blood pressure levels go back up C-reactive protein levels (an indicator of inflammation) increase VLDL cholesterol (a type that leads to hardened arteries) goes up Triglycerides (a type of blood fat) go up Hemoglobin A1c increases (meaning the level of sugar in the blood) At high levels, these health markers are associated with conditions like type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and heart disease, to list a few
While the results are promising, most studies are short-term, and researchers are still learning about long-term effects