GLP-1 Side Effects at a Glance Nausea & vomiting Constipation Diarrhea Reflux & sulfur burps Loss of muscle and lean mass Skin, hair, and nail changes Fatigue, depression, and the blahs Dehydration Less Common but Serious Side Effects Pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer Gallstones & gallbladder disease Thyroid cancer Acute kidney injury Retinopathy, macular degeneration, and nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) Common GLP-1 Side Effects and How to Manage Them Most side effects show up early, often within the first few days of beginning GLP-1 treatment
My recommendation: focus on building a healthy microbiome through fermented foods (yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi) and prebiotic fiber before reaching for a supplement
Heres a quick summary of the three main options: Sterile Water for Injection (SWFI): Pure and free of additives, but lacks preservatives
Chen J, Chia N, Kalari KR et al (2016) Multiple sclerosis patients have a distinct gut microbiota compared to healthy controls
DSIP modulates the sleep-wake cycle by influencing cortisol rhythms, promoting delta wave sleep, and reducing stress hormones