At a stable maintenance dose, most patients report significantly reduced GI symptoms after 48 weeks
Data from eight randomized controlled trials involving 6,361 participants indicated these effects could persist for up to 3.5 years, though long-term safety information was limited
Higher protein intake supports lean mass preservation and body composition, especially when paired with resistance training
Check at baseline, 6-8 weeks after starting, after each 10-15 pounds of weight loss, every 3-4 months during active weight loss, and every 6 months after weight stabilization
A particular challenge will be the transition from pre-clinical to clinical studies, since there are likely to be species differences
Some people may not enjoy the taste of liquid or dissolvable supplements