Researchers dont know precisely why semaglutide and constipation can often go hand-in-hand, but they theorize its related to how the medication works on your digestive system: It slows your digestion: Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor ( GLP-1 ) agonist that delays gastric emptying the movement of food from your stomach into your intestines
Bigger blood sugar swings More reactive hypoglycemia Sugar + carb cravings Feeling hungry again shortly after meals Ghrelin (your hunger hormone) becomes more unpredictable Some women suddenly experience: Constant hunger Stronger appetite in the luteal phase Emotional eating tendencies Difficulty feeling satisfied Cortisol becomes more reactive Perimenopause is a time of reduced stress resilience, and cortisol + blood sugar are dance partners
Fat supports hormone function, helps your body absorb nutrients, and can help you feel satisfied longer
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Slower digestion often means stool moves more slowly, leading to bloating, discomfort and fewer bowel movements