Could You Be Losing Too Much Muscle on Weight-Loss Medications?
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There are concerns that weight-loss medications, specifically GLP-1s, may lead to excessive muscle loss. However, the extent of this risk is unclear, with some reports suggesting that muscle loss may not be as significant as previously thought. As a result, there is conflicting advice on whether to be cautious about muscle loss when using these medications for weight loss.
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