Patients interested in participating in legitimate clinical research, including trials of investigational medicines such as retatrutide, can search for opportunities via the NIHR's Be Part of Research portal (bepartofresearch.nihs.ac.uk)
Both GIP and GLP-1 have been reported to exert direct effects on the cardiovascular system in addition to pancreatic beta cells
While dietary interventions emphasizing protein, fiber, and whole foods can improve metabolic parameters and support weight management, the effects are generally more modesttypically 3-5% weight loss and HbA1c reductions of 0.5-1.0% when implemented without other interventions, as seen in programs like the Diabetes Prevention Program
HaVy Ngo-Hamilton, PharmD, a pharmacist at BuzzRx, tells Womans World more about it
Both can be part of a healthy routine, but strength training is the priority when you're on a GLP-1
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