Promoting Muscle Health During GLP-1 Therapy Through Nutrition

Authors

Erin Manogaran, University of VermontFollow

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Date

2025

Abstract

The widespread use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss and metabolic disease management has raised concerns about unintended loss of lean muscle mass, often resulting from reduced overall caloric and protein intake. This decline in muscle mass may contribute to physical weakness, increased risk of falls, and greater susceptibility to other chronic conditions. To address this concern, a patient-centered weekly sample meal plan was developed in collaboration with the clinic dietitian, offering a starting point for individuals to set nutrition goals that support muscle preservation during GLP-1 therapy.

Clinical Site

Evergreen Family Health

Keywords

GLP-1, Nutrition, Muscle Mass, Obesity, Diabetes, Diet, Vermont

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

Disciplines

Medical Education | Primary Care

Recommended Citation

Manogaran, Erin, "Promoting Muscle Health During GLP-1 Therapy Through Nutrition" (2025). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 1100.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/1100