Article highlights: GLP-1 drugs increase risk of bone loss, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia Users of Ozempic, Wegovy, and Victoza show higher Gout and uric acid risk How to support your bone health and muscles with nutrition The list of adverse effects linked with the globally popular GLP-1 medications continues to grow
Responsible interpretation of the evidence base is paramount in every consideration, as is the strict separation between documented research and any interpretation as a consumption recommendation
The SmPC advises that dose reductions of these medications may be required when starting Ozempic
Approach: 1.2-1.4g protein per kg body weight daily (track with an app) Iron supplementation to maintain ferritin above 50 ng/mL 30mg zinc daily with 1mg copper 5,000 IU vitamin D daily (adjust based on levels) 5,000mcg biotin daily B-complex supplement Collagen peptides 10-15g daily (provides glycine and proline for hair structure) Baseline labs before starting, repeat at months 3, 6, and 9 Consider starting 2% minoxidil preventively Monthly hair progress photos Minimum 1,400 calories daily even when appetite is low Expected outcome: Mild shedding possible around months 4-6, generally self-limiting with recovery beginning by month 8-9
Dulaglutide and semaglutide are two additional pharmaceutical agents that are administered subcutaneously weekly once, with the latter also being available as a peroral treatment
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