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In the absence of contraindications, metformin should be seriously considered as an off-label initial therapy and as an adjunct to antiobesity medications approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

It’s not clear what causes leg cramps. But researchers believe some things can trigger cramps, such as: dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, muscle fatigue.

It seems likely that the patient didn’t understand the seriousness of his condition – the fact that he didn’t return for months after being instructed to do so sooner seems to indicate this.

“It’s absolutely not nature’s Ozempic and does not work like Ozempic, which is a GLP-1 inhibitor. Manufacturers of these supplements are just kind of creating a hype…”

Although limited research exists that spot reduction—the ability to target fat from a specific area—is possible, it is generally accepted that the best way to lose belly fat is through exercise and overall body fat loss.

“The bottom line to me is that it is just further evidence that you really can modify immune phenotypes [characteristics] with dietary interventions.”