Research
Hormonal
In adults with obesity, GLP-1 receptor agonists demonstrate 15% to 20% weight loss.
GLP-1 receptor agonists can be considered effective for weight management in obese adults.
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Glucagon‐like peptide‐1 (GLP‐1) receptor agonists recently demonstrated 15% to 20% weight loss in adults with obesity.
Why this rating
The claim is supported by a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Source
Weight loss between glucagon‐like peptide‐1 receptor agonists and bariatric surgery in adults with obesity: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Shohinee Sarma et al. · Obesity · 2022
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