Always consult with a healthcare provider about any medications or supplements youre currently taking before beginning treatment, and always follow their instructions exactly
Acknowledgements Nicola Guess was funded by a Diabetes UK Allied Health Professional Fellowship
A future prospective study with a greater number of participants that can provide adequate power to the analysis would be beneficial
Combining genetic data with your clinical response creates a precision-medicine approach that eliminates guesswork from your weight loss treatment
Exercise is safe and beneficial during GLP-1 treatment but start slowly, especially during dose titration Strength training is the most important form of exercise for preserving muscle mass during weight loss Walking, swimming, and cycling are excellent low-impact cardiovascular options PEAK integrates personalized movement plans into every patients treatment protocol One of the most common questions patients ask after starting a GLP-1 medication like Wegovy, Zepbound, or Foundayo is whether it is safe to exercise
Research shows that probiotics work best for constipation when they address underlying causes like microbiome imbalance, reduced SCFA production, or compromised gut barrier function. The key is to choose well-researched, targeted strains and give them time to establish themselves in the gut microbiome