As mentioned, a secondary analysis of an RCT assessing the cardiometabolic effects of exenatide in 40 people with schizophrenia 140 also looked at measures of cognition and psychosocial functioning (that is, Brief Assessment of Cognition in Schizophrenia, ReyOsterreith Complex Figure Test, Short-Form Health Survey, Personal and Social Performance Scale, Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale), but found no effect for this GLP-1RA compared with placebo over 3 months 133
Avoid greasy, spicy, or heavy meals that are harder to digest
Switched from another brand and noticed improved regularity and mood stability right away
Its a spectrum. In fact, you dont need a prescription to start turning the volume down
Insulin sensitivity and glycemic control: Morning movement and balanced meals improve insulin sensitivity and reduce large post-meal glucose excursions, creating a metabolic environment that supports appetite regulation
At first, they probably are just not eating a lot of food, and then if they start to feel less energy, perhaps losing some muscle mass, theyre going to start to seek out different foods and different types of nutrients, she said