GIP receptor activation: Explored for modulation of insulinotropic responses and adipocyte/metabolic signaling
"Constipation from GLP-1s can be compounded by the fact that people are eating less," says Hamilton, "resulting often in less fiber consumption and less stool bulk overall." Many people also drink less fluid to avoid feeling overly full on GLP-1 medications, which can also lead to constipation
Ozempic, also called semaglutide, may be the most well-known, but five other GLP-1s in an injectable form are used to treat diabetes
So, why does GLP-1 cause fatigue
By stimulating insulin secretion after meals, these medications help patients with type 2 diabetes maintain healthier blood glucose levels
Since most foods on the diet are high in fiber and protein, they may help you control your hunger and food intake, as they take longer to digest