Another medication class, DPP-4 inhibitors, works by preventing the breakdown of your body's natural GLP-1, though with more modest effects
16 Risk of nutrient deficiencies: GLP-1 agonists significantly reduce appetite, gastrointestinal motility, and nutrient absorption, leading to reduced calorie and protein intake
The original list was almost entirely peptide injections, which need cold-chain storage and a needle
Your gut bacteria need to be fed (prebiotics), replenished (probiotics), and supported with the beneficial compounds they produce (postbiotics)
What to look for: A prescriber who is comfortable escalating, who tracks your response weekly or monthly, and who doesnt keep you at a starter dose for fear of side effects when youre tolerating it fine
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