Quick Answer: Success on GLP-1 medications requires a protein-first, fiber-rich eating strategy with 80-120g protein daily (20-35g per meal), 25-38g fiber, moderate healthy fats, and smaller, more frequent meals to manage side effects
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Without a caloric deficit to force the body to oxidize those fatty acids as fuel, they circulate briefly and are re-stored
That is also why we recommend going on a maintenance dose for 6 months when you reach your goal weight
Doses such as 10 mg and 20 mg are usually designed for specific sustained-release formulations or high-concentration formulations, aiming to prolong the duration of drug effect, reduce the frequency of administration, and improve the convenience and compliance of long-term medication for patients