is glp 1 good for perimenopause Ashley Koff on GLP-1s and Weight in Perimenopause: When They Help, When They Harm, and the Red Flags You're Missing A thoughtful approach to GLP-1

Many of our patients are busy professionals and mothers balancing work, family, and personal health

Although the muscle loss observed after GLP-1 treatments seem to be in line with the levels of expected weight loss, maintaining or increasing muscle mass can also prevent or retard weight regain in all individuals using these medications

Adults 18-65 show robust weight loss (15-22% body weight) in clinical trials, while older adults (65+) demonstrate similar relative benefit but may experience different gastrointestinal tolerability profiles

It impacts the hunger control centre of the brain (lateral hypothalamus) to reduce appetite and increase satiety

We think the lifestyle piece is perhaps the more important part for your long-term wellbeing