Our guide to protein shakes for GLP-1 users covers the best options and timing strategies
Benefits of GLP-1 therapy: Non-invasive Average weight loss: 1020% (depending on medication) Improved blood sugar control, lower cholesterol, and reduced cardiovascular risk Some patients achieve remission of type 2 diabetes Common side effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation Rare gallbladder or pancreas-related issues Possible muscle loss if weight loss happens too quickly without proper exercise Considerations GLP-1 medications require continuous use to maintain weight loss
For individuals who also manage type 2 diabetes or another metabolic condition alongside GLP-1 treatment, any medication change carries additional variables that may be worth monitoring more closely
Prescription Options Finasteride may be prescribed in certain cases, primarily for male pattern hair loss
Starting at $149 per month.
Increasingly, were learning GLP-1 RAs have an important role in managing a common set of chronic diseases called CKM, or cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome [archived link]