GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors for older people with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Aim for at least 0.8 grams of protein per pound of target body weight daily, as adequate protein intake preserves muscle and supports sustained energy
Understanding gastroparesis is key to managing it
For veterans in the study with a pre-existing substance-use disorder, starting a GLP-1 drug was associated with 31% fewer emergency department visits related to their addiction, 26% fewer hospital admissions, a halving of deaths, 39% fewer overdoses and a 25% reduction in suicidal ideation or attempts
The comparison between semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide shows distinct advantages and tradeoffs for each, and the optimal long-term strategy often involves individualized protocol adjustments over time
TSH should be checked 6-8 weeks after initiating or adjusting levothyroxine, then annually once stable levels are achieved
