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Complete metabolic panel guide — what each value means during GLP-1 therapy

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TirzTom
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Nov 25, 2023 at 4:00 PM#76

Want to share my personal experience related to Complete metabolic panel guide since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 258 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 18 months later: I am down 68 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Complete metabolic aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This community helped me every step of the way.

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Nov 25, 2023 at 4:17 PM#77

Relevant to Complete metabolic panel guide — here is my latest bloodwork comparison:

Key improvements: A1C 8.4% → 5.5%, triglycerides 249 → 119 mg/dL, hsCRP 8.0 → 1.3 mg/L. All on tirzepatide for 17 months.

The inflammatory marker drop is what impresses me most. Consistent with the SELECT trial's cardiovascular findings.

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Nov 25, 2023 at 4:34 PM#78

Want to share my personal experience related to Complete metabolic panel guide since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 275 lbs with metabolic syndrome. My telehealth provider prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 10 months later: I am down 75 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The Complete metabolic aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This forum was my go-to resource throughout.

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Nov 25, 2023 at 4:51 PM#79

NicoleRaleigh — that is really helpful context on Complete metabolic panel. Follow-up question: did you change anything about your diet at the same time?

I am in a similar situation (month 2) and trying to set realistic expectations.

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Nov 25, 2023 at 5:08 PM#80

Want to share my personal experience related to Complete metabolic panel guide since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 247 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 16 months later: I am down 82 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Complete metabolic aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This community helped me every step of the way.

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