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GLP-1 short-term side effects include: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation Headaches Fatigue Dizziness GLP-1 long-term side effects include: Ongoing and persistent irregular bowel movements Sluggish digestion Changes in gut comfort over time Impact on bone health and density Reduction in muscle mass Nutritional deficiencies Its important to note that long-term GLP-1 medication side effects have not been well-studied

Some athletes go up to 3,000 mg, but consult your doctor if youre considering higher doses

And when researchers combine them, the result is a metabolic environment where fat breaks down faster while appetite drops simultaneously

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