Example Scenarios: Putting the Plan into Practice See how the plan works in practice with these three examples
Additionally, small, frequent meals are recommended, along with avoiding alcohol.[ref] Benefits for CVD : In a huge cardiovascular disease study, GLP-1 RAs were shown to be associated with a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes.[ref] Nutritional considerations on a GLP-1 RA: Nutrition researchers from Harvard recommend the following while on a GLP-1:[ref] Protein: Aim for 1 1.5g/kg of body weight in order to maintain muscle mass while on a GLP-1 RA
Optimal levels of glutathione, cysteine, and selenium may strengthen the gut lining
Lean Proteins Examples: Vegetable proteins (soy, peas, oats), dairy Benefits: Protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass and keeping you feeling full for longer
Diabetes Metab Res Rev 30:521529 Dutour A, Abdesselam I, Ancel P et al (2016) Exenatide decreases liver fat content and epicardial adipose tissue in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes: a prospective randomized clinical trial using magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy