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This helps limit side effects, but it may also mean progress feels slower or inconsistent for a while
Eating smaller, balanced meals and staying hydrated can often help manage these sensations
Working with your doctor is still important That said, GLP-1 medications for weight loss are not for everyone, and they can cause unpleasant, even serious, side effects, including gastrointestinal issues like nausea and diarrhea, and pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas
Some former users even started to buy a larger share of unhealthier foods than before, such as candy
The drug works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1 and hitting receptors for another hormone, GIP, which leads to even more weight loss