Weight loss made headline after headline in 2023 with the rise in popularity in GLP-1s like Wegovy. The drugs certainly have evidence to show effectiveness for losing weight in ways diet and exercise alone have not worked for some patients. Experts share maintaining a healthy weight (or getting to one) is essential.
“Weight maintenance/loss is important for overall health because it reduces the risk of insulin resistance and diabetes,” said Dr. Jared Braunstein, D.O., a board-certified internist with Medical Offices of Manhattan and contributor to Labfinder.com. “Also, obesity has been linked to heart disease and strokes.” READ MORE …