Adults treated with tirzepatide also saw an average reduction of 18% body weight (~45 lbs), while those on tirzepatide plus PAP therapy lost an average of 20% body weight (~50 lbs), compared with 2% (~4 lbs) and 2% (~6 lbs) on placebo, respectively
Some people find that blended beverages are easier to consume than solid foods, especially when theyre adjusting to new eating patterns
But for millions of people already weighing whether to start a GLP-1 drug for diabetes, obesity, or another approved indication, it is one more factor worth considering
Some studies suggest that up to 50% of the weight lost on a GLP-1 may be lean muscle mass, not body fat (12)
Phentermine also has weaker effects on dopamine transporters, which may contribute to its mild stimulant properties and the increased alertness some users report