The appetite suppression these drugs create makes it difficult to eat enough protein to preserve muscle mass, and roughly 25% of weight lost on GLP-1 drugs comes from lean tissue on average, with some trials reporting up to 40%
Wegovy belongs to a class of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists
According to the brand, most GLP-1 programs track only the number on the scale, which means a person can lose a meaningful amount of lean muscle mass without knowing it happened
doi:10.3945/an.111.001743 Institute of Medicine
Because glutathione plays an important role in antioxidant defense, many individuals choose supplements that support the body's natural glutathione production as part of a healthy aging and wellness routine
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