Originally developed as diabetes medications, semaglutide and tirzepatide are often prescribed for weight loss GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists are medications that mimic the GLP-1 hormone, which helps regulate blood sugar levels and appetite
Great protein sources: Lean meats (chicken, fish, turkey) Eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese Protein shakes (helpful when appetite is low) Beans, lentils, tofu, and tempeh for plant-based diets Try to include protein in every meal and snack its easier to reach your daily target that way
Its no wonder, then, that when talking about weight loss today, discussion is dominated by the new GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) drugs
Meta-analysis of 35 clinical trials demonstrated a modest reduction in LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides in patients treated with GLP-1 RAs compared to controls (58)