glp 1 thanksgiving How to Navigate the Holidays on GLP-1 Medication: Physician Managing Thanksgiving Meals with GLP-1

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a hormone produced by the small intestine, which is responsible for triggering the pancreas to release insulin, blocking the secretion of another hormone called glucagon, slowing digestion, and making you feel full after eating

What are GLP-1 medications for weight loss

Suitable for both men and women

Recommended dose: 20 to 40 grams of protein powder per serving, one to two servings daily as needed to hit total protein targets

Side Effects: Why Dose Strategy Matters GLP-1 medications can cause gastrointestinal side effects, especially during the first few weeks of treatment or after a dose increase

In the LIVE study, which examined the effects of liraglutide in patients with stable HFrEF, no changes in LVEF were observed