If you're using a GLP-1 medication like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) or liraglutide (Saxenda) to lose weight, layering in creatine might help preserve your muscle mass and keep your energy levels up
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Center your meals around: Lean proteins (fish, chicken, turkey, eggs, Greek yogurt, tofu, tempeh) Colorful vegetables and fruits Whole grains (oats, quinoa, brown rice, wholegrain bread) Beans, lentils, and other legumes Healthy fats like olive oil, avocado, nuts, and seeds A simple plate template: plate vegetables plate protein plate wholegrain or starchy vegetable Add a small serving of healthy fat Fiber helps with fullness, blood sugar control, digestion, and gut healthall especially helpful when youre eating less
However, because these medications fundamentally slow down how your digestive system operates , experiencing physical discomfort is incredibly common
Patients on the high-dose sema-bima anorectic-anabolic combination lost up to 22% of their body weight, 6% more than patients on sema alone
