Among food sources, plant sources (e.g., beans, peas, lentils, whole grains), dairy, seafood, eggs, and lean poultry should generally be encouraged based on their links to general health, with red and processed meats considered in moderation or minimized given links to type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and colorectal cancer in general populations [60]
Has not been studied in combination with prandial insulin
This makes it particularly attractive for individuals using GLP-1 medications for weight loss
Understanding the medication's established safety profile and distinguishing between common side effects and symptoms requiring medical evaluation is essential for anyone considering or currently using this treatment
Title of the article GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Promising Therapeutic Targets for Alcohol Use Disorder 2
Avoid: All GLP-1 patches until Phase 3 clinical trials demonstrate their efficacy, which is not expected until 2030 or later, when microneedle technology may enable effective transdermal delivery of medications like semaglutide