So youre starting a GLP-1 medication for weight loss
Since plasma donation involves fluid removal, being well hydrated is important to maintain circulation and reduce the risk of feeling unwell during or after donation
As well as nausea and diarrhea, these can extend to more complex or longer-term problems, like gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastroparesis (paralysis of the stomach), and inflammation of the colon
Before starting your weight loss program at the Institute for Hormonal Balance, your provider will thoroughly evaluate you to tailor a treatment plan to your specific needs, concerns, and health
It acts similarly to GLP-1, increasing the amount of insulin released by the beta cells of the pancreas and the production of glucagon released by the alpha cells of the pancreas
What we know about safety comes from extrapolating each compound's individual profile and applying first-principles pharmacology