Why it matters: Declining obesity rates are partly attributable to increased prescribing and use of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, which increased by 3.4 times over the past four years, according to Epic
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Its all about keeping a balance enough fluid to keep your blood flowing properly, making sure your organs are supplied with enough blood, and also the right balance of electrolytes, elements in blood that are essential for the bodys functions
In lab studies it changes the activity of a large number of genes, including ones that control collagen, wound healing, new blood vessel growth, and inflammation
Dietary and lifestyle changes aimed at improving insulin sensitivity and body composition are a central pillar of an effective treatment plan