Antibodies to this protein completely block that absorption
When you stop the medication, preserving the muscle you have is critical because muscle is metabolically active tissue that burns calories at rest
These medications may affect oral hormone therapy absorption but not transdermal options
Pairing it with Vitamin C is a popular strategy, as Vitamin C helps regenerate oxidized glutathione, extending its antioxidant activity
A reasonable baseline for a perimenopausal woman on a GLP-1 includes: A body composition scan (InBody or DEXA) to measure muscle mass, body fat, and visceral fat directly Full iron studies (serum iron, TIBC, ferritin, transferrin saturation) Vitamin B12 Vitamin D (25-OH) Magnesium A full thyroid panel (TSH, free T3, free T4, and antibodies) Hormone testing appropriate to your stage A standard metabolic panel including fasting glucose and HbA1c Repeat the body composition scan every 6 to 8 weeks