When to call your provider Constipation is usually manageable, but see your provider if you experience fewer than three bowel movements per week for multiple consecutive weeks, severe abdominal pain or bloating, blood in your stool, or no relief from a combination of fiber, hydration, and OTC options
Orland said he suspected the benefits observed were likely related to the drug itself, rather than resulting from better controlled diabetes or obesity, which can have an effect on cancer occurrences and outcomes
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats may help support normal GLP-1 release while also contributing to heart health and overall metabolic wellness
In this article, Ill explore the origins of these concerns, examine why they may not apply to humans, and discuss what the data shows about thyroid cancer risks in people using GLP-1 medications