Many people receive a prescription with very little discussion about how to nourish their bodies while eating less , how to preserve muscle during weight loss , how to manage digestive side effects , or how to maintain long-term health beyond the number on the scale
Notably, most of the participants on the 15 mg dose achieved at least 20% weight loss
That load provides a new stressor to your muscle(s), which in turn respond by growing larger
Jakicic said theres some wiggle room, but it probably makes sense for people losing weight on a GLP-1 to aim for 25% of their calories to be proteins, 25% to be fats, and 50% to be complex carbohydrates ( whole grains , vegetables, fruits, and nuts, not simple sugars like candy and soda)
Always consult with qualified healthcare providers before starting any new medication or making changes to your treatment regimen
Liraglutide (Saxenda) Liraglutide requires daily injection rather than weekly, which makes site rotation even more critical