But like any medical treatment, they come with both benefits and risks
You can also intensify during plateaus
Understanding the possible risks and undergoing treatment under supervision can help improve overall safety
1 The ADA currently provides the following guidance and recommendations for GLP-1 RAs use in patients with T2D: 1 A GLP-1 RA or a sodium-glucose cotransporter2 (SGLT2) inhibitor with proven cardiovascular benefit is recommended in patients with T2D with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) or indicators of high ASCVD risk
Age, baseline metabolic health, hormone levels, diet adherence, exercise consistency, sleep quality, and stress levels all play roles
Glucagon-like peptide 1 protects pancreatic beta-cells from death by increasing autophagic flux and restoring lysosomal function