That is the entire process
With the right approach, you can mitigate many of these potential long-term risks
For example, those who are candidates for Wegovy meet the FDA requirements of having a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or more or 27 or more with a weight-related complication, such as hypertension or [high cholesterol], says Tom Wadden, Ph.D., a psychologist and professor at University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, who studies obesity treatments
The choice should be based on the research objectives, condition under study, and desired outcomes
This includes regular monitoring and lifestyle changes
The study measured heart health at five points using a score based on eight health and lifestyle factors, including blood pressure, cholesterol, sleep, diet and physical activity