Constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 agonists like tirzepatide or semaglutide. 

These drugs work by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar and appetite by slowing gastric emptying. This delayed emptying can reduce hunger and help with weight loss but may also contribute to constipation by slowing the movement of food through the digestive system, known as ‘transit time.’ To help alleviate constipation, here… Continue reading Constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 agonists like tirzepatide or semaglutide. 

Supplements, Helpful or Harmful?

In the pursuit of optimal health and well-being, many of us find ourselves in a situation of supplement overload. Whether it is in the form of information consumption or product consumption, we are told that electrolytes will help our muscles, ginkgo will support our brains, vitamin C will boost our immune system, and the list goes on and on.

A Doctor’s Guide to Biohacking Tools

As an internal medicine doctor deeply fascinated by the intersection of technology and health, I’ve explored various biohacking tools and devices designed to optimize health, performance, and well-being. Biohacking, or the quest to tweak your biology for better living, has gained momentum, propelled by advancements in technology and a growing interest in personal wellness. Here… Continue reading A Doctor’s Guide to Biohacking Tools