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25,26 Effects on Epicardial Adipose Tissue GLP1-RAs decrease the volume of epicardial adipose tissue, which is often elevated in HFpEF and is a source of proinflammatory cytokines and adipokines

The weight loss achieved varies by medication: liraglutide typically produces 5-8% weight loss, semaglutide approximately 15%, and tirzepatide up to 21% of initial body weight

Due to the expression of GLP-1 receptors in testicular cells, they can raise testosterone levels and increase sperm motility and metabolism (101)

Cleveland Clinic explains that GLP-1 medicines can reduce hunger and food intake, which often helps people lose weight over time

As the popularity of weight-loss drugs continues to boom, it has opened the door for scammers eager to dupe people into buying fake versions of the medications