LDL cholesterol (often called 'bad cholesterol') and total cholesterol also tend to decrease in semaglutide users, though the magnitude varies
GLP-1 (semaglutide or tirzepatide) Therapy in Older Adults: Balancing Benefit & Risk Beyond Age 65 Joshua Silva, MD Dec 12, 2025 4 min read Medically authored by Joshua Silva, MD | Evidence-Based Weight Loss at Potere Health MD Last clinically updated: December 2025 Many discussions about GLP-1 medications in older adults come from friends, family, or acquaintances , as well as online forums, news stories, and social media posts
Other flags are autoimmune diseases, infections, recent surgery, blood thinners, and kidney or liver impairment
These arent just small details they play a big role in how your body adapts to the treatment and how well it supports your weight loss journey
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