Strategies like eating adequate protein, getting enough fiber, and staying well hydrated can help support appetite control and satiety
At Hartwater Wellness, we often combine GLP-1 therapy with: Protein-First Nutrition Plan: 1.0-1.2 grams per pound of body weight daily to preserve lean muscle during weight loss
Key Takeaways: GLP-1 vs GIP Both are incretin hormones released by your intestines after eating GLP-1 primarily affects appetite, gastric emptying, and insulin secretion GIP influences insulin secretion, glucagon regulation, and fat metabolism Single GLP-1 agonists (semaglutide) produce 14.9% average weight loss Dual GLP-1/GIP agonists (tirzepatide) produce 22.5% average weight loss The dual action appears to create additive rather than merely overlapping effects Both receptor types play important roles in metabolic regulation Understanding the difference helps explain why tirzepatide shows superior results What Are Incretin Hormones
Patients who want to reduce or stop medication should work with a physician to create a structured plan rather than relying on willpower alone
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About four to five months ago, we decided that this [the Natures Ozempic angle] was no longer a subhead, that cravings control is the headline
