Within the clinical context, the glutathione treatment is commonly used to strengthen the bodys defense against oxidative stress, a cause of early aging and skin dullness
The most commonly reported psychological symptoms include: Mood changes and irritability Some patients describe feeling more emotionally labile, experiencing mood swings, or becoming more easily frustrated during treatment Anxiety symptoms Reports of increased worry, restlessness, or generalised anxiety have been documented, though these may also relate to lifestyle changes or pre-existing tendencies Depressive symptoms A subset of patients report low mood, loss of interest in activities, or feelings of sadness Suicidal ideation Rare reports of suicidal thoughts have been investigated by regulatory authorities, though no causal relationship has been established In the pivotal STEP clinical trial programme for Wegovy, psychiatric adverse events were generally low and similar between the semaglutide and placebo groups
It also supports fat loss by boosting metabolic rate, targeting visceral fat, and improving body composition (2)
Thorne recently launched Taia, an AI Wellness Advisor that can answer questions such as what supplements should I take while on a GLP-1? The supplements company offers a range of products, such as fiber to support gut health, magnesium for healthy bowel movements, creatine and protein to maintain lean muscle mass, vitamin D and other multivitamins to address nutrition gaps due to reduced appetite and berberine to support healthy blood sugar metabolism (especially for those diagnosed with pre-diabetes)
doi:10.1038/ng1297-491