6 As discussed, weight loss often includes muscle loss, and preserving muscle is vital for maintaining metabolic rate (the number of calories burned at rest), physical strength, and function, and potentially reducing the risk of weight regain
Hair loss had been reported in weight-management trials and post-marketing data, but important questions remained unanswered: Is the medication itself responsible
Lancet (London England) (2012) 379(9822):125668
With this data in hand, clinicians can support detoxification through nutrient repletion, lifestyle strategies, and phase-specific protocols tailored to each patients biochemical individuality
By designing appropriate KD plans and working with healthcare providers and nutritionists, individuals can maximize the benefits for liver health while minimizing the potential risks associated with its prolonged use