GLP-1s change the way your body processes food, which can be a good thing if weight loss is your goal
Rheumatology 51 , vi28vi36 (2012)
Like other incretin-based medications, the most common side effects were gastrointestinal: Common Side Effects Nausea: Reported in approximately 25-45% of participants depending on dose (most common during titration) Diarrhea: Approximately 20-35% of participants Vomiting: Approximately 10-20% of participants Constipation: Approximately 10-15% of participants Decreased appetite: Common and expected given the mechanism of action Less Common but Notable Effects Increased heart rate: Small elevations in resting heart rate were observed, consistent with other GLP-1 class medications Injection site reactions: Mild redness or itching at injection sites Fatigue: Reported by some participants, particularly during dose escalation Most adverse events were mild to moderate and occurred primarily during the dose escalation phase
Inexpensive chemical manufacturing produces equal quantities of R and S lipoic acid, often labeled R/S lipoic acid or simply alpha-lipoic acid (Flora 2009)
Any advice for people in recovery from eating disorders on navigating these times
GLP-1 has been shown to help regulate energy and reduce fatigue, particularly in individuals who experience blood sugar fluctuations