In terms of assessing response, the experts indicated that a 1-year trial period was reasonable and that a meaningful response would consist of a qualitative improvement in hunger and/or health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and a reduction of greater than or equal to 5% of body weight in adults or greater than or equal to 5% BMI in pediatric patients
Certain foods are associated with stronger natural GLP-1 release, including: High-protein foods such as eggs, fish, and legumes Fibre-rich foods including vegetables, whole grains, and pulses Fermented foods that support gut health, such as yoghurt and kefir (4,5) A diet that supports gut health generally appears to support better GLP-1 activity, which is part of why gut microbiome research has become relevant to this area
The PlexusDx Precision Peptide Genetic Test ($99 add-on after your first month) analyzes 14 appetite-regulation pathways, including GLP1R variants and FTO predispositions, that may influence how quickly you respond to medication
Perfil de efectos secundarios: Los efectos adversos gastrointestinales (nuseas, vmitos, diarrea) son comunes, especialmente durante las primeras semanas de tratamiento
future risk of cardiovascular disease, renal (kidney) status, and leve of frailty must be assessed
