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Combination therapy requires regular lab monitoring including IGF-1, total and free testosterone, estradiol, SHBG, CBC/hematocrit, and comprehensive metabolic panel
As mentioned earlier, the increased intake of proteins (processed, red meats), sugars, salt, saturated and trans fat, and refined carbohydrates, which are characteristic of the Western-style diet, leads to the development of many diseases, which have their basis in the occurrence of OxS (135)
GLP-1 medications work by mimicking natural incretin hormones to improve blood glucose control and reduce appetite Common side effects are gastrointestinal (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea) rather than fluid retention Unlike thiazolidinediones, GLP-1 agonists are not associated with oedema as a recognised adverse effect Any unexplained swelling whilst taking GLP-1 medications requires medical assessment to exclude other causes Dehydration from gastrointestinal side effects is more common than fluid retention with GLP-1 therapy Table of Contents What Are GLP-1 Medications and How Do They Work
