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Minimal Systemic Exposure Because of its short half-life and localized action, you dont get the widespread IGF-1 elevation that can cause issues with organ growth or insulin resistance seen with the systematic use of full-length IGF-1 for extended periods of time

GLP-1 headache frequency also tends to decline as the body adapts

Another consideration is milk supply

Libido: moving in both directions 35% reported no change 29% reported higher libido 19% reported lower libido Body confidence and sex life 70% of women reported improvements in body confidence and sex life Mood and lifestyle changes 45% said their mood became more stable 53% lost interest in foods they previously enjoyed 49% reported reduced desire to drink alcohol What this tells us GLP-1 may influence behavior, emotional state, habits