Although the appetite-suppressing effect of semaglutide leads to weight loss, it can also cause insufficient calorie intake, which favours muscle weakness, muscle breakdown and a reduction in resilience," says sports physician Prettin, which is in line with current scientific findings, such as those of a study from 2024, which found that muscle loss caused by the GLP-1 receptor agonist was 0.8 per cent higher than that caused by the natural ageing process
Graves' disease, the leading cause of hyperthyroidism in the UK, affects thyroid hormone production and metabolism
Other than GI-related side effects, patients on semaglutide also report serious side effects, such as kidney problems, pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and severe allergic reactions
Consider the following steps to optimize your progress: Prioritize Protein: Consuming adequate protein helps preserve lean muscle mass while you lose fat