By Dr. Natalie Ledbetter Semaglutide for weight loss: There are multiple things that can make it hard to lose weight. Stress, insulin resistance, ghrelin and leptin imbalances, and a slow metabolism are just a few. Recently, a popular peptide Semaglutide has burst onto the scene to help those who want/ need to lose weight. […]
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By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM The last few weeks I have been writing about hormones that affect hunger, satiety, metabolism, and weight. This week I am highlighting cholecystokinin (CCK), another hormone that affects weight. This hormone is released by the intestines after you eat to tell your body that you are full. CCK is also
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By Dr. Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM Deoxycholic acid, also known as cholanoic acid is a bile acid normally found in the human body that breaks down fats. The most well-known brand name deoxycholic acid is Kybella from Allergan, the makers of Botox. This naturally occurring acid is used in aesthetic medicine to treat small