Promotes cellular energy production
Many patients with PCOS experience improved hormonal markers on GLP-1 therapy, particularly in insulin resistance and androgen levels, since insulin excess drives androgen overproduction in PCOS
The UK Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for protein is approximately 0.75g per kilogram of body weight, though slightly higher intakes (around 1.0-1.2g/kg/day) may be beneficial during weight loss with dietitian guidance
Maintenance is Mandatory: To keep the lighter color you achieved, you must commit to a maintenance plan, which may include continuing with oral tablets, using creams, or diligently applying sunscreen
Indeed, individuals taking drugs, such as tamoxifen, whose efficacy is highly specific and CYP enzymes-dependent, could be particularly affected
PCOS Management The Endocrine Society guidelines recommend lifestyle changes and weight loss as the initial advice for managing women with PCOS