Strength training is especially important for maintaining lean muscle mass, which can help boost your metabolism and burn more calories at rest
Tirzepatide does not directly worsen celiac disease, but its gastrointestinal side effects (nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort) may overlap with celiac symptoms, particularly in patients with active disease or incomplete mucosal healing
A close second, she added, is the belief that people can safely run GLP-1 treatment entirely on their own, when these drugs affect appetite, digestion, hydration, and blood sugar all at once
Some interactions with antihypertensive medications have been reported, though clinical significance varies
The outcomes of the STEP studies were impressive: Wegovy should be used for the chronic management of obesity or overweight with an existing weight-related medical problem such as diabetes, hypertension or sleep apnea
Possible side effects include injection-site reactions, lightheadedness, and rare allergic reactions