The NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary on B12 and folate deficiency recommends assessing the underlying cause before choosing a treatment path, which is why speaking to a pharmacist or GP first matters
However, it is important to understand that these medications do not selectively target belly fat they promote generalised fat loss throughout the body, with abdominal fat reduction occurring as part of this overall process
Type 2 Diabetes Research The compounds action on GLP-1 and GIP receptors has shown promise for glycemic control in research models
GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly And What Theyre Really Doing to Your Muscle, Metabolism, and Long-Term Results December 19, 2025 GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly And What Theyre Really Doing to Your Muscle, Metabolism, and Long-Term Results Photo Credit: Shutterstock GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have exploded in popularity over the last few years