Why Gut Health Matters on GLP-1 Medication Because GLP-1 medications slow gastric emptying, bloating, nausea, and irregular digestion are common, particularly in the early weeks
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If you are consuming calorie-dense foods even in smaller quantities, the caloric deficit may not be sufficient for measurable weight loss
A phase II trial focusing on individuals with overweight or obesity, coupled with hypertension or dyslipidemia but without T2D, found that cagrilintide (2.4 mg) alongside diet and exercise, led to a 10% body weight reduction compared to 3% with placebo over 26 weeks [99]
Prioritize protein Protein helps stimulate GLP-1 secretion
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