Since B12 is primarily found in animal-based foods such as meat, eggs, and dairy, reduced intake of these foods may gradually affect consistency over time
Pancreatitis can be life-threatening, so early detection is key
Sipping throughout the day is often easier than trying to catch up later
A comprehensive evaluation of each patients medical history, health challenges, and previous attempts at weight management is also crucial
Their use is rising rapidly, and with good reason: These medications have been shown to reduce blood sugar, improve fatty liver, GERD, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, blood pressure, triglycerides, major adverse cardiovascular events, and even show potential benefits for conditions like alcohol use disorder (Mozaffarian et al., 2025
Some people use it daily while adjusting to GLP-1, while others use it more strategically during workouts, hot weather, or days when eating is especially low