GLP-1 users in Florida turn to supplements for side effects
Emergency room nurse Allison Vecchio in Fort Pierce, Florida, reports that GLP-1 drug side effects led her to purchase monthly protein and collagen supplements.
Supplements ease gastrointestinal distress
Vecchio experienced symptoms including brittle nails and intense weakness after starting the medication. She states that a combination of fibre, collagen, and electrolytes helped these symptoms subside. This regimen costs between US$200 and US$300 per month.
Doctors worry about regulation
Medical professionals express concern over the lack of oversight for these dietary additions. Influencers are currently driving sales of these products among patients. The supplements address issues like gastrointestinal distress that some users face.
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