Sustained-release formats (Thorne) work best when taken at consistent times
When you eat less, especially if youre cutting out entire food groups or just not feeling as hungry, your body might not be getting all the vitamins and minerals it needs
Monitoring Progress Effectively: Rather than relying solely on scale weight, which can be misleading due to muscle preservation and fluid fluctuations, comprehensive progress tracking should include body composition analysis (DEXA scan, bioelectrical impedance, or skinfold measurements), circumference measurements (waist, hips, thighs, arms), progress photos taken in consistent lighting and positioning, and subjective measures like energy levels, appetite patterns, and how clothing fits
Semaglutide, body-composition research, and cardiovascular outcomes in the SELECT trial [PMID: 42035775] Laboratory literature summary: Semaglutide, body-composition research, and cardiovascular outcomes in the SELECT trial