MSN: 4 supplements to avoid if you’re taking a GLP-1 medication, according to dietitians If you’re using a GLP-1 for weight loss or blood sugar control, you may want to avoid certain supplements. Here’s what dietitians want you to know. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RD On a GLP ...

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4 supplements to avoid if you’re taking a GLP-1 medication, according to dietitians Certain dietary supplements like protein powder, calcium, and fiber may enhance GLP-1 secretion, which plays a role in insulin production and appetite regulation. While these supplements can be more ... Insider on MSN: Meet the new GLP-1 consumer, who spends big on supplements, fitness, and updating their wardrobe Meet the new GLP-1 consumer, who spends big on supplements, fitness, and updating their wardrobe One of the unintended consequences for people seeking weight loss through glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists is often poor nutrient status, muscle loss, and metabolic dysfunction. That ...

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More than 1 in 8 American adults are using GLP-1’s for weight loss. Experts say these are the nutritional gaps and side effects that should not to be overlooked. As GLP-1 medications continue to ...