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GLP-1 agonist is a class of non-insulin medications for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. They are used to help lower blood sugar levels and aid weight loss.
E.g. Dulaglutide (Trulicity®) and semaglutide injection (Ozempic®, Wegovy®)
In order to understand how these medications work, it’s important to discuss the role of GLP-1 in the body. GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1, which is a hormone that’s produced by the small intestine. GLP-1 receptor agonist medications—like Ozempic and Wegovy—are designed to mimic this hormone. GLP-1 plays several biological roles, such as:
•Increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas. Insulin is the hormone that allows glucose to get transported from the bloodstream and into your cells and tissues to be used as energy. Think of insulin as a key. The cells in your body need a specific key to open the door to allow glucose (aka energy) to get in. In type 2 diabetes, the body doesn’t respond properly to these keys, leading to high levels of glucose in the blood.
•Decreasing glucagon secretion. Glucagon is another hormone that raises blood sugar levels. To help remember it, think of it as “glucose gone” since it allows glucose to go out of the cells and into the blood.
• Slowing gastric emptying. Slowing the time it takes for your food to digest helps to slow the rate at which blood glucose levels spike after a meal. This can also help in feelings of fullness and satiety, a beneficial feature for those trying to lose weight.
• Gastrointestinal issues (According to the labels for Wegovy and Ozempic, the most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain.)
• Loss of muscle mass
• Loss of bone density
• Decreased nutrient intake
• Weight regain (After discontinuing medication)
Exercise regularly to stay in a calorie deficit. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, with resistance training activities at least two days per week. It’s important to incorporate weight training to help prevent muscle and bone loss.
Check out these Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced workout plans for all levels of exercise.
A well-rounded diet that supports weight loss, particularly small, frequent meals with adequate protein. You should also limit high-fat foods and stay hydrated.
Need inspiration? Try our meal plans.
