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It has also been observed that patients taking GLP-1 or GLP/GIP medications are at risk of losing lean muscle mass during weight loss, so it is important for patients to maintain adequate sources of protein in their diets
How These Effects Can Impact the Brain Since your brain relies on a steady supply of nutrients, oxygen, and metabolic balance, the side effects from GLP-1s can lead to: Brain fog and mental fatigue: Often linked to low B vitamins, omega-3 deficiency, and undernourishment, these symptoms can make daily concentration and focus more difficult
Patients should seek prompt medical guidance for severe or persistent vomiting, signs of dehydration, severe abdominal pain, fainting, symptoms of low blood sugar, inability to keep fluids down, worsening constipation with pain or bloating, or any symptom that feels unsafe
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