This can create a thinner or more aged appearance, sometimes referred to as Ozempic face. This is not harmful, but it is something we can address conservatively if it becomes a concern
Parkinson, C
The connections between metabolic health, inflammation, aging, and body composition are becoming clearer with each new study, and GLP-1 receptor agonists sit at the intersection of multiple research pathways
The authors also encourage those on the medications to engage in 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week, to help continue fat mass loss in the maintenance phase of treatment
Tham LSSK, Geiser JS, Posada MM, Dickinson GL
Biochemically, PLP serves as a cofactor (coenzyme) for various enzymatic reactions including transamination, decarboxylation, elimination, racemization, beta-group interconversion, and replacement [24]