Quick Summary GLP-1 medications reduce appetite, making it harder to meet protein needs Most users aim for 60100g daily depending on goals Protein supports muscle maintenance, energy, and overall balance Common options: whey isolate, plant-based, ready-to-drink shakes Spreading intake improves consistency and tolerance Supplements help fill gaps when intake is low A simple routine makes consistency easier Who This Guide Is For This guide is designed for: Ozempic users Wegovy users Semaglutide users Anyone struggling to meet protein goals Why Protein Is Important on GLP-1 Medications Protein becomes more important, not less, when youre using GLP-1 medications
In one study, 12-week treatment with insulin glargine vs liraglutide (mean dose = 1.3 mg/day) showed similar glycemic control and decrease of hepatic fat burden, although a reduction in BMI was only observed in the liraglutide-treated patients (68)
Participants were excluded if they had a recorded pregnancy in the preceding year, a history of bariatric surgery, a prescription record for naltrexone, acamprosate, or disulfiram, or no lifetime history of alcohol consumption
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