Why GLP-1 Medications Can Make Symptoms Worse GLP-1 medications can amplify these issues in a few ways: Changes in appetite and eating patterns Increased sensitivity to fullness and pressure Altered breathing patterns due to discomfort Increased abdominal guarding or bracing When breathing mechanics shift and the diaphragm is not moving well, pressure is often redirected outward into the abdomen instead of being managed efficiently within the system
Heart rate increases were observed in some trial participants, consistent with what we see with GLP-1 receptor agonists generally
In addition, medication side effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea can lead to fluid loss
The result is that efforts that previously felt like a comfortable 7 out of 10 now feel like an 8 or 9, and the point at which fatigue sets in during longer rides arrives earlier
The result is always the same: your research data becomes unreliable
Table 1 lists some clinical trials that have examined the effect of ashwagandha on VO2 max, sports performance and metabolic profiles