Grapefruit can alter thyroid hormone metabolism in some individuals
Compounded GLP-1 medications are not FDA-approved as finished drug products
In the group with medications, adapted forms of validated assessments were used to investigate differences prior to and while on the current dose of their medication
GLP-1 helps regulate appetite and blood sugar by: Reducing hunger signals in the brain Slowing gastric emptying Increasing feelings of fullness after meals Originally developed for type 2 diabetes, semaglutide was later shown at higher doses to produce significant, sustained weight loss
Ipamorelin activates the GHS-R1a receptor (ghrelin receptor), while CJC-1295 is a GHRH analogue and acts on the GHRH-R receptor
Naidoo directs clinical operations, supervises nursing staff, and reviews complex IV cases including iron infusions and NAD+