Common Mistakes With Oral GLP-1 Medications

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7. Don’t Skip Meals or Restrict Calories Too Much

Since GLP-1s lower your appetite levels, you may find yourself unintentionally skipping meals. As a result, you may fall short on energy, protein, and other nutrients.

Yusupov cautions against skipping meals because long stretches without eating may contribute to low blood sugar.

Extreme calorie restriction can make it difficult to get adequate nutrition, says Novick. It may also worsen fatigue, dehydration, digestive side effects, and the loss of muscle or strength. “These drugs are designed to be taken while eating a reduced-calorie nutritious diet and participating in a physical activity plan,” she says.

What to Do Instead

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