Research
Metabolic adaptation
The proportion of lean mass relative to total body mass increased, suggesting a positive overall outcome.
The increase in lean mass proportion may indicate that semaglutide can help maintain muscle relative to fat loss.
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The proportion of lean mass relative to total body mass increased, suggesting a positive overall outcome.
Why this rating
Based on the systematic review of multiple studies.
Source
A systematic review of the effect of semaglutide on lean mass: insights from clinical trials
Alexia Bikou et al. · Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy · 2024
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