This injection makes the waist smaller without changing fat on the arms, legs, or just under the skin.

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Effects of Tesamorelin, a Growth Hormone–Releasing Factor, in HIV-Infected Patients With Abdominal Fat Accumulation: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial With a Safety Extension

Randomized Controlled Trial

Human

2010 Mar

This study found that a daily shot of tesamorelin helped HIV patients lose belly fat without losing fat in their arms or legs, and their waist got smaller — just like the claim says.

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Effects of Tesamorelin, a Growth Hormone–Releasing Factor, in HIV-Infected Patients With Abdominal Fat Accumulation: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial With a Safety Extension

Score: 81

DOI: 10.1097/QAI.0b013e3181cbdaff

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