[8] [9] It is strongly recommended that patients discuss the use of any supplements with their GP or diabetes specialist nurse before commencing, to ensure the approach is appropriate for their individual circumstances and to rule out other underlying causes of digestive symptoms that may require specific investigation or treatment
For this reason, Matthews advises patients using GLP-1 medications to focus on high-quality protein at every meal, combined with vegetables and fiber-rich foods that help support digestion and prevent constipation, a common side effect of the drugs
This potent antioxidant works by fighting free radicals and reducing the appearance of dark spots, uneven skin tone, and dullness, leaving your skin looking luminous and revitalized
Semaglutide was originally developed for patients with type 2 diabetes and mimics the gut hormone GLP-1
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Its an amino acid designed to modulate energy metabolism, so energize up with carbohydrates