However, if bruising occurs frequently without an apparent cause, it could indicate conditions affecting blood clotting, such as thrombocytopenia, which would require medical attention
A GLP-1 such as Wegovy or Zepbound can be a reasonable option, but being in perimenopause and already on an antidepressant or other psychiatric medication changes what we check before starting and what we monitor afterward
There have now been many studies and analyses that suggest that the use of GLP-1 drugs goes beyond just weight loss and diabetes, with potential benefits ranging from helping mental illness and substance abuse to kidney disease, heart disease and even osteoarthritis, he added
Take the tablet on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning or before bedtime, along with Vitamin C for enhanced absorption
One study noted that ghrelin may upregulate cartilage-specific genes, and another noted that ghrelin may help mesenchymal stem cells (universal stem cells that can differentiate based on need) to target cartilage repair [9, 10]
Liraglutide reverses pronounced insulin-associated weight gain, improves glycaemic control and decreases insulin dose in patients with type 2 diabetes: a 26 week, randomised clinical trial (ELEGANT)