Diabetes and weight-loss trials have shown that the GLP-1 drugs target hormones in the gut and the brain that control appetite and feelings of fullness, cutting down on what's described as "food noise," or intrusive thoughts of food
For someone who weighs 200 lbs (90kg), that's 108 to 180g of protein per day, a significant target when appetite is suppressed
Side effects: Lower doses do not eliminate the possibility of nausea, fatigue, dehydration, or blood sugar changes
Goud A, Zhong J, Peters M, et al
These medications may be appropriate in specific medical contexts, but they also carry real risks and tradeoffs
Optimisation of design and manufacturing parameters of 3D printed solid microneedles for improved strength, sharpness, and drug delivery