[8] [9] However, there is no established link between taking probiotic supplements and achieving therapeutic increases in circulating GLP-1 levels comparable to those seen with pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonists
For GLP-1 drugs, the risks include: Increased anxiety or panic from unstable blood sugar Triggering or worsening depression Heightened risk of obsessive eating behaviors Potential for self-esteem issues or body image dysmorphia For someone already struggling with mental health, these risks are compounded making proper medical oversight essential
If you do drink, go slow, stay hydrated, and keep the amount modest
Compare that to something like creatine, which has decades of human safety data behind it and position statements built on trials
As part of your routine labs, I do suggest people have basic blood testing for some of the common deficiencies we see in Hashimotos (including B12, ferritin, zinc, and vitamin D)
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