To avoid complications with diabetes, alcohol increases the chance of low blood sugar alongside medications that lower glucose
One of the most promising breakthroughs in weight management is the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), and GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists like tirzepatide (Mounjaro)
Gradual dose escalation is used to minimise gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, which are most common at higher doses
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So, if youre eating 1,600 calories a day, 400-560 calories should come from protein
While there are a few studies that demonstrate potential influences of these compounds on blood sugar and weight, the evidence is far from conclusive or robust, says Martin Binks, PhD, a professor and the chair of the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies at the George Mason University College of Public Health