Movement priorities for muscle preservation on GLP-1: Squats (hack squat, lunge, or leg press) Deadlifts (conventional or Romanian) Bench press , dumbbell press, cable flyes Rows (barbell, dumbbell, or cable) Overhead press Lat pulldowns These compound movements recruit the most muscle tissue per exercise, maximizing the preservation signal across your entire body
In a cross-sectional study involving women, it was observed that participants with low levels of IGF-1 experienced reduced knee extensor muscle strength, slower walking speed, and challenges with mobility tasks [4]
Researchers are also looking at their potential use for the treatment of certain types of heart failure and even some cancers
While ok in the short term, long term, significant nutrient, protein and calorie intake puts you at higher risk of certain conditions, including bone loss (osteoporosis), a compromised immune system, hair loss, compromised cell health, nutrient deficiencies, weakness & fatigue, hormonal imbalances, cognitive impairment and sleep disturbances
When any large caloric deficit drives rapid weight loss, a portion of what comes off is lean mass muscle, connective tissue, organ mass, and the water they hold alongside the fat
A systematic review of the therapeutic effects of resveratrol in combination with 5-fluorouracil during colorectal cancer treatment: with a special focus on the oxidant, apoptotic, and anti-inflammatory activities
