While there is no official evidence linking Wegovy directly to kidney stones, the medication's gastrointestinal effects warrant attention to fluid balance and overall kidney health
Practical Application Resistant starch: Cooked and cooled potatoes, green bananas, oats Inulin-rich foods: Chicory root, Jerusalem artichokes, garlic, onions Beta-glucan: Oats, barley, mushrooms Pectin: Apples, pears, citrus fruits Psyllium husk: Supplemental fiber with strong L-cell activation Total fiber: 30-40 grams daily Fermentable fiber: 15-20 grams daily Gradual increase over 2-3 weeks to prevent digestive discomfort Pro Tip: Combining different fiber types optimizes SCFA diversity
Overlooked at First, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Suddenly Took Bariatric Medicine by Storm Initially, the pharmaceutical industry didnt pay a lot of attention to the drug category
An important point to note is that you must never stop this med without consulting your caregiving team