Request comprehensive metabolic panels every three to six months during treatment and every one to three months during and after tapering
How to include: Add a pinch to porridge or smoothies, stir into curd, use in warm drinks, or sprinkle over fruit and nuts
Interactions with autoimmune medications No significant drug interactions have been identified between GLP-1 receptor agonists and common autoimmune medications, including methotrexate, hydroxychloroquine, sulfasalazine, leflunomide, or biologic DMARDs
Beyond Weight Loss: Direct Anti-Inflammatory Effects While shedding extra weight naturally reduces mechanical stress on your joints, research reveals that GLP-1 receptor agonists possess direct anti-inflammatory properties that occur independently of weight loss
Measure Inflammation and Joint Health : Trials would also focus on measuring inflammation in the body and joint health