Heart fail
You want food logging to explain appetite, nausea, constipation, hydration, protein, fiber, and dose timing not only calories and macros
Large-scale, randomized controlled trials with robust stratification of HFpEF phenotypes are needed to confirm the efficacy and safety of GLP-1RAs in this population
Because it is not as strong as the perscription options like Semaglutide, there aren't the adverse effects, or potential risks, but still very effective
Patients should be advised to: Eat smaller, more frequent meals rather than large portions Avoid high-fat, greasy, or spicy foods that delay gastric emptying further Stop eating when comfortably satisfied rather than feeling full Stay well-hydrated with small, frequent sips of water throughout the day Avoid lying down immediately after eating Limit alcohol consumption, which can irritate the stomach lining Timing of medication administration may also help, though evidence for this is limited with weekly injections
The reviews and complaints around GLP-1 patches tend to cluster around a few themes: skin irritation at the application site, patches falling off, no noticeable change in appetite, and frustration when results don't match the social media hype
