The most common side effects of semaglutide are all relatively minor and, while uncomfortable or distracting, are generally harmless
How GLP-1 medications work in the body: Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1): This is a hormone naturally produced in the gut
In fact, some research suggests a high fibre diet can help with weight loss, even if you aren't in a calorie deficit
For me, this has felt like giving my metabolism a soft place to land while my hormones do their midlife rollercoaster dance
So while weight gain during menopause is completely normal, its important to exercise and maintain a healthy diet to manage dangerous visceral fat accumulation.
This modulation of the reward system could help individuals with BED regain control over their eating behaviors and reduce the compulsive nature of binge eating (Alhadeff et al., 2019)