Weight loss with GLP-1 medications is well established in clinical care, but faster weight loss and lower appetite can come with trade-offs if food quality slips
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Results show that GLP-1RA users, defined as individuals with a history of use exceeding six months and with at least two refills within six months prior to the procedure, experienced a higher incidence rate of aspiration pneumonia (0.83%) compared to nonusers (0.63%), corresponding to a hazard ratio of 1.33
Tips for Staying Hydrated Start your morning with a full glass of water before anything else Carry a marked water bottle that tracks your daily intake Add lemon, cucumber, or berries for flavor without added sugar Include hydrating foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and broth-based soups Limit caffeine and alcohol, both of which act as diuretics Consider an electrolyte supplement if you are experiencing nausea or vomiting Set hourly reminders on your phone until hydration becomes routine When to Contact Your Provider If you are experiencing persistent nausea, vomiting, or signs of dehydration that do not improve with increased fluids, contact our office
Foster Goss, DO, MMSc, FACEP, an adjunct professor and site principal investigator for this study at the University of Colorado Anschutz Department of Emergency Medicine, co-authored a research letter on the study, published recently in JAMA Health Forum
As we navigate an obesogenic environment and confront obesity as a complex disease, the continued development of therapeutics that target gut peptides and taste receptors will undoubtedly play a major role in the future of metabolic medicine
