Studies on GLP-1 medications highlight factors that negatively impact nutritional health and well-being, including loss of lean body weight (muscle mass), gastrointestinal side effects, reduced intake of protein, fiber and essential micronutrients, as well as significant decreases in daily calorie intake by as much as 40-50%
It is extremely important to understand that many forms of injectable or compounded GHK-Cu are considered research or investigational compounds
Both share similar gastrointestinal side effects like nausea and diarrhea
While both can support weight loss, they work through different mechanisms and are used for different health goals.
In clinical trials of Zepbound, approximately 45% of participants reported hair loss as an adverse event
This may make it easier to lose weight, though more research is needed