Research
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Weight loss was consistently larger in the incretin intervention groups than in placebo or lifestyle intervention comparators.
Incretin therapies may be more effective for weight loss compared to lifestyle changes or placebo.
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Weight loss was consistently larger in the incretin intervention groups than in placebo or lifestyle intervention comparators.
Why this rating
Based on the study design of randomized controlled trials.
Source
Effect of Incretin-Based and Nonpharmacologic Weight Loss on Body Composition
John A. Batsis et al. · Annals of Internal Medicine · 2026
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