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Dietary Intake by Patients Taking GLP-1 and Dual GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

Author(s): Sandra Christensen, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC, MFOMA, FAANP
                   Katie Robinson, PhD, MPH, RD, LD, CNSC
                   Sara Thomas, PhD, RD
                   Dominique Williams, MD, MPH, FOMA, DIPL ABOM

Publication Date: 13 August 2024

 

Abstract:

Due to the high efficacy of glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) and dual mechanism glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide/glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists (GIP/GLP-1RAs) for weight reduction and glycemic control, there is increased utilization for patients with obesity and/or T2DM. Yet, the impact of these medications on dietary intake is less understood. This narrative literature review summarizes clinical studies quantifying and characterizing dietary intake in people with obesity and/or T2DM using GLP-1 or GIP/GLP-1 RA.

Author Bio(s):

Sandra Christensen, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC, MFOMA, FAANP

Obesity Specialist, Speaker & Author
Integrative Medical Weight Management
Seattle, WA, USA

Sandra Christensen has specialized in obesity treatment since 2005. She owns her practice, Integrative Medical Weight Management, in Seattle, Washington. She holds the Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine from the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA). Sandra is a fellow of the OMA, where she serves on the board of trustees and was named the 2022 Clinician of the Year. 

Sandra speaks on the topic of obesity at international, national, state, and local conferences and webinars. She is involved in projects and initiatives that educate clinicians about obesity treatment and advocate for access to care. She is an Associate Editor of Obesity Pillars, a co-author of several OMA Clinical Practice Statements, and a contributing author of the OMA Obesity Algorithm. She is the author of “A Clinician’s Guide to Discussing Obesity with Patients,” published by Springer. 

Katie Robinson, PhD, MPH, RD, LD, CNSC

Medical Science Liaison 
Scientific & Medical Affairs 
Abbott Nutrition 
Columbus, OH, USA

Sara Thomas, PHD, RD

Research Scientist Global Adult Nutrition Science
Abbott Nutrition Division of Abbott
Columbus, OH, USA

Dominique Williams, MD, MPH, FOMA, DIPL ABOM

Adult Nutrition Medical Director
Abbott
Columbus, OH, USA

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