Dietary Guidance while taking GLP-1 Medications

Carrying excess weight is a risk factor for prediabetes which is a growing health problem. Having prediabetes means your blood glucose (sugar) levels are higher than normal—but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Prediabetes can lead to heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes.  Prediabetes is a…

Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Mounjaro, a medication by Eli Lilly. It is a dual agonist of the GLP-1 and GIP receptors, which control appetite. It not only suppresses appetite, but it also improves satiety, delays stomach emptying, improves insulin sensitivity, and benefits the heart and cholesterol levels. Indications and Mechanism of Action Tirzepatide…

1. Green Tea Green tea is one of the most popular natural herbs for weight loss. It is rich in antioxidants called catechins, which have been found to boost metabolism and promote fat burning. Additionally, green tea contains caffeine, which can help to suppress appetite and increase energy levels. Studies have shown that catechins significantly decreased…