effects of glp 1 on the body promise and peril GLP-1 agonists: What we do (and don't) know as of August 2024 Long-term Success of GLP-1s Hinges

Diabetes Care 38(9):16381642 Ruiz-Grande C, Alarcn C, Mrida E, Valverde I (1992) Lipolytic action of glucagon-like peptides in isolated rat adipocytes

Applying Too Much Pressure It is a common instinct to want to make sure the needle goes in by pressing the pen firmly against the skin

These high-protein foods tend to work well for many GLP-1 users: Eggs and egg-based dishes Greek yogurt and cottage cheese Poultry such as chicken or turkey Fish, including salmon or white fish Tofu and tempeh Lentils and other legume options Beans paired with whole grains Protein shakes used as a supplement when needed Animal-based options like eggs, yogurt, poultry, and fish tend to work well in smaller portions

These reactions are a major cause of discontinuation, with 41% of adult and 40% of pediatric users citing skin reactions as their primary reason for CGM discontinuation

The effect is thought to be "faster" and "more uniform," according to Marcellin Doh, the president of a civil society collective in Ivory Coast fighting the skin-whitening fad