Why it matters: Research shows proper protein intake can reduce muscle loss from 40% to under 25% of total weight lost on GLP-1 medications
Cegla J, Troke RC, Jones B, Tharakan G, Kenkre J, McCullough KA, et al
Typical Hers consultations focus on medical history, weight-loss goals, current medications, and contraindications
Today, a person can buy the Wegovy pill at an introductory price as low as $149 per month, with subsequent costs rising to $299 per month (Wegovys initial list price was around $1,400 a month)
These side effects may include: vomiting nausea diarrhea constipation bloating gas and belching heartburn stomach flu dehydration, especially in people with kidney failure More serious side effects may include: pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) severe stomach problems GLP-1 agonists are approved for people with type 2 diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels, and some are approved for weight loss
The impact of GLP-1 RAs on bone health has been explored in multiple clinical studies, though findings are inconsistent
