Surgery is the only true fix: For moderate to severe loose skin, procedures like a tummy tuck or body lift are the only medically proven ways to remove excess tissue
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and liraglutide (Saxenda), as well as dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists like tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro), are not automatically disqualifying medications
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The RDA is 2.4 g
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