In any weight loss planwhether through medication, dieting, or surgery some lean body mass loss is expected
Conclusion While semaglutide offers promising benefits for weight management and blood sugar control, its essential to be mindful of potential side effects like muscle aches
Source: Barrett, et al JAMA Surgery, September 17, 2025 Researchers correlated insurance claims data and electronic medical records in a system that owns both an insurance plan (Highmark) and a provider system (Allegheny Health), and compared total medical expense for over 30,000 individuals who had either metabolic and bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) or were treated with GLP-1 medications between 2018 and 2023
Also, note non-scale victories these could include having more energy, clothes fitting better, or other improvements in your daily life
Sources: Sonthalia et al., Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2016 , Sonthalia et al., Dermatol Pract Concept 2018 , Narrative review, 2025 Global & Indian Trends (2024): Glutathione-based skin lightening treatments are part of a $10+ billion global skincare market India saw a 35% rise in demand for skin-brightening injectables over the past two years Increasing popularity among both men and women aged 18 to 45 Source: ISAPS Global Survey 2024 Dr
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