The patches are promoted as a convenient alternative to pills, powders, gels, drinks, gummies or needles that deliver GLP-1-stimulating ingredients through your skin. Key claims include appetite suppression, metabolism support, blood sugar regulation, and healthy weight loss without losing muscle. However, these claims require careful examination against what we know about transdermal drug delivery and the ingredients actually contained in the patches
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The American College of Physicians recommends adding either an SGLT2 inhibitor or a GLP-1 agonist to metformin when blood sugar control is insufficient, allowing for a more tailored treatment approach