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.