+1 to mel_PDX. Especially the point about "Taking this to my next appointment..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Do the heart benefits go.
Clinical perspective on Do the heart benefits go away if I stop:
I have managed over 200 patients on GLP-1 therapy and this topic comes up frequently. What the data shows — and what I see in practice — is that the medication works best as part of a comprehensive approach.
For this specific question, I would recommend: getting comprehensive baseline labs first.
Want to share my personal experience related to Do the heart benefits go away since I think it might help others in a similar situation.
I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 256 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 14 months later: I am down 81 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Do the heart aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This community helped me every step of the way.
Just wanted to say — for anyone reading this Do the heart thread who is feeling discouraged: it gets better. The first month are the hardest. Hang in there. 💪