If plain water is unappealing, try infusing it with fruit slices or a splash of lemon
Liu H, Dear AE, Knudsen LB, Simpson RW: A long-acting glucagon-like peptide-1 analogue attenuates induction of plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 and vascular adhesion molecules
Current guidelines recommend resistance training involving major muscle groups at least 2-3 days per week , with 1-3 sets of 8-15 repetitions per exercise
Additionally, the significant weight loss achieved with GLP-1 receptor agonists leads to changes in body composition, fluid distribution, and metabolic rate, all of which can influence cardiovascular hemodynamics
Exercise, particularly strength training, is what makes GLP-1 medications work better long-term by preserving the muscle that drives your metabolism
They may be able to switch you to a covered GLP1 for a different indication (e.g., prescribing Ozempic for diabetes instead of Wegovy for weight loss) or help you appeal a denial