HPA-Global member Metagenics UK has published a new practitioner resource addressing nutritional support for individuals using GLP-1 receptor agonists.

The GLP-1 Support Protocol, written by Christine Bailey MSc MBANT CNHC, is designed as a practitioner guide covering nutritional considerations for clients taking GLP-1 medications, with particular attention to digestive health, nutrition and preservation of lean mass.

The resource forms part of Metagenics UK’s growing library of educational and clinical tools for healthcare practitioners. Metagenics provides practitioners with protocols, technical materials, webinars, product information and other resources intended to support nutrition-focused clinical practice.

The publication reflects an increasingly important issue for the nutrition industry as use of GLP-1 receptor agonists expands: how nutrition, dietary supplements and lifestyle strategies may complement medical weight-management programs while addressing nutritional considerations associated with significant weight loss.

What this means for the dietary supplement industry

The rapid expansion of GLP-1 therapies is creating a potentially important adjacent market for the dietary supplement and functional nutrition industries. Rather than attempting to compete directly with pharmaceutical weight-management products, supplement companies are increasingly examining areas where nutrition can play a complementary role.

Maintaining adequate nutrient intake, supporting digestive health and preserving lean body mass are emerging areas of interest surrounding GLP-1 use. This creates opportunities for companies developing protein products, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, digestive-health formulations and other nutritional solutions, provided products are supported by appropriate science and marketed within applicable regulatory requirements.

Metagenics’ practitioner-focused approach also highlights the potential role healthcare professionals may play in connecting pharmaceutical weight management with evidence-based nutritional support.

Source: Metagenics UK & HPA-Global
Original Metagenics GLP-1 Support Protocol

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