Protein prioritization becomes essential since reduced overall intake makes each calorie choice more important
Therapies based on glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) reduce rates of cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity, with ongoing clinical trials investigating their effects in people with metabolic liver disease, arthritis, and both substance use and neurodegenerative disorders
Additional Phase 3 trials are still underway, including TRIUMPH-2 (evaluating retatrutide in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes) and TRIUMPH-3 (evaluating cardiovascular outcomes), with results expected later in 2026
That means that on top of the essentials around food and nutritional health, biochemistry, food preparation, and medical nutrition therapy, youll also find courses such as: Community and Public Health Nutrition Life Cycle Nutrition Introduction to Human Development Communication in Nutrition Professional Issues in Dietetics And with nearly half the typical course load in undergraduate studies made up of electives and general liberal arts classes, you have a chance to specialize further with courses like: Psychology Healthcare Systems Biochemistry Fitness Counseling Pharmacology These can give you an edge in building the connections you need with GLP-1 patients
This plan respects that
top with pico de gallo or your stir in your favorite low-sodium seasonings and herbs