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Lifestyle Changes to Improve Your GLP-1 Agonist Outcomes

Healthy habits may improve your weight-loss results when using GLP-1 agonists (such as semaglutide).

Lauren Smith, MAAlexandra Schwarz, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on August 30, 2023

GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide have been a groundbreaking tool for weight loss. These medications can be very effective for many people, but a healthy lifestyle is still needed to get the best results. 

To support your treatment outcomes with GLP-1 agonists for weight loss, here are healthy habits to follow, according to Preeti Parikh, MD, Executive Medical Director at GoodRx.

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  • Preeti Parikh, MDPreeti Parikh, MD is the Executive Medical Director at GoodRx and served as the Chief Medical Officer of HealthiNation.

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