The clinical outcomes data is robust and the benefit-risk profile, in appropriate patient populations, is well established
Improvements in HDL functionality, rather than absolute HDL levels, may contribute to cardiovascular benefits through enhanced reverse cholesterol transport
The results suggest that, with proper supervision, a protein-rich diet, regular resistance training, and guidance from a trained medical provider, patients can decrease fat mass while minimizing muscle loss. We found that, under close supervision and regular follow-up from an obesity medicine specialist, patients were able to lose fat mass with only a minimal decline in muscle mass, Peralta-Reich added
The nausea is directly related to slowed gastric emptying