Most clinical trials on natural supplements show single-digit percentage weight loss over similar timeframes, not the 15 percent range
Studies have also found some patients taking GLP-1-based medications developed potentially life-threatening acidosis (where their blood becomes too acidic) due to significant nausea and diarrhoea, highlighting the need for careful monitoring of how patients react to the drugs
Trial populations, doses, and endpoints differ, so results are not interchangeable, and individual outcomes vary from trial averages
The findings showed that L-carnitine supplementation significantly decreased body weight by an average of 1.21 kg, BMI by 0.24 kg/m2, and fat mass by 2.08 kg
People living with obesity or type 2 diabetes often face higher risks of depression, anxiety, and stress due to various factors, including physical discomfort, social stigma, and the emotional toll of managing chronic conditions