It is a first-of-its-kind treatment for obesity, overweight, and type 2 diabetes that activates both GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) hormone receptors
Wegovys GI side effects (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea) can lead to fluid loss
GLP-1 Options Available Through Telehealth The two most commonly prescribed GLP-1 medications for weight loss are semaglutide and tirzepatide
Its often used in combination with ipamorelin or other GHS agents for compounded anti-aging and muscle growth benefits
In the other direction, the presence of severe periodontitis has been shown to increase the risk of hyperglycaemia in people with diabetes and compromise glycaemic control in people without diabetes (Demmer et al, 2010
Zhang J, Saad R, Taylor EW, Rayman MP