These drugs administered without proper supervision could cause a minefield of health and emotional problems for children as they age. Cooper also noted that conditions like pediatric obesity have become epidemic in large measure because of environments without adequate venues for safe play and exercise for children and adolescents coupled with the availability of popular, inexpensive, high-calorie fast-foods
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Nutritional Deficiencies The mechanism that makes GLP-1 medications effective, slowing digestion and reducing food intake, can also lead to significant nutritional gaps: Many patients consume fewer calories, making it difficult to obtain adequate nutrients Altered digestive processes may reduce the efficiency of nutrient absorption Key nutrients at risk include calcium, vitamin D, B vitamins, iron, and protein 4
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