Why Muscle Quality Matters So Much on GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs
This review suggests anyone on GLP-1 drugs should discuss muscle protection with their doctor.
Drugs like Ozempic drop weight fast, but some of that loss is muscle, not just fat. This review argues that in older adults and people with diabetes, inactivity or poor nutrition, losing lean mass can push them toward frailty and fractures. The authors point to failing mitochondria (the tiny power plants in muscle cells) as a shared culprit behind both insulin resistance and muscle loss. Their proposed fix pairs the drugs with resistance training, enough protein and tracking of body composition.
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