Intake of water-soluble dietary fiber, including pectins, gums, fructans and some resistant starches, has been shown to have many similar effects to the goals of GLP-1 therapy , such as: regulating both short and long-term glycemic control improving insulin sensitivity lowering blood cholesterol reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease 31,32 Both soluble and insoluble fibers also modulate microbiome composition and function, improving digestive health and supporting weight management
With increased awareness of just what these foods are, you might experience benefits like reduced hunger, delayed gastric emptying and potentially a lower caloric intake
Nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite, and occasional vomiting are the most common side effects
Theres also the possibility that your B12 deficiency itself keeps progressing
GLP-1s are also being tested in diseases ranging from Parkinsons disease to a range of compulsive or addictive behaviors