Tirzepatide achieved 22.5% in 72 weeks
Stopping all unnecessary actives that may be causing irritation is often the single most impactful change people make
The implication of this self-perpetuating cycle is that oxidative stress is not merely a bystander but an active driver of OA progression, creating a feed-forward loop where inflammation begets more oxidative stress, and vice versa
Important note for the research community: Melanotan 2 is not the same compound as Melanotan 1 (afamelanotide)
It is disturbing to see patients pulled away from access to a highly effective medication which is likely providing substantial health improvement and for which there is no equivalent substitute
Additionally, Vitamin C plays a significant role in collagen synthesis, iron absorption, and maintaining healthy skin, bones, and blood vessels