The data showing cagrilintide preferentially reduces fat mass while preserving lean mass is compelling for researchers who care about body composition, not just the scale number
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The body can only absorb just so much at once and, besides, excess intake is unlikely to add benefits
While you can get it through animal-based foods like beef, pork, poultry, fish, and dairy, its also available in supplement form, says Morgan Walker, RD, a dietitian at Lebanon Valley College
The improved metabolic support allows the body to better handle stress and recover from exertion, which can be especially helpful for those with demanding routines or inconsistent dietary intake