GLP-1 medications work by mimicking a natural hormone that regulates appetite, digestion, and blood sugar
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60 Obesity itself can also increase risk of nutrient deficiencies at baseline due to alterations in nutrient absorption, distribution, metabolism, or excretion
These drugs are not recommended for people with severe kidney issues or end-stage kidney disease
Shauna Levy, a specialist in obesity medicine and the medical director of the Tulane Bariatric Center in New Orleans, said that while diet and exercise must continue to be mainstays for treating children with obesity, some kids would benefit from the drug
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