Prebiotic Fiber for SCFA Production Fibers like inulin, partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG), and resistant starch feed your microbiota and stimulate butyrate production, which in turn enhances GLP-1 secretion (Canfora et al., 2017).* Food examples: apples, kidney beans, Jicama, Jerusalem artichokes, whole grain wheat 2
A lot of our patients have found that they're able to be more active, for example, have started running programs and done half marathons because, eventually, people get into the habits that we need to have, like hydration, smaller portion sizes, prioritizing protein in the diet, and that sort of thing
How It Works GLP-1 may improve cholesterol through several mechanisms: Weight loss effect Losing body fat, especially visceral fat, tends to lower LDL & triglycerides
A study published in Gastroenterology on March 27, 2024, reports an increased risk of aspiration pneumonia associated with GLP-1RA use during endoscopic procedures with propofol sedation targeting the upper gastrointestinal tract
If fatigue persists beyond 68 weeks, discuss with your provider whether dosage reduction, switching to a different GLP-1 formulation, or adding complementary medications may help