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Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) is a 30-amino-acid peptide hormone produced in intestinal epithelial endocrine L-cells by the processing of proglucagon

Several small pilot studies and case reports are underway to investigate whether GLP-1 agonists could offer a novel therapeutic approach for alcohol use disorder

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Dietary adjustments can help firm stools and reduce bowel frequency: Eat small, light meals that are low in fat and spice Include bland foods such as rice, pasta, toast, and bananas Increase soluble fibre intake (oats, psyllium husk, cooked carrots) which absorbs water Avoid insoluble fibre (raw vegetables, wholegrain cereals) temporarily Limit fatty, fried, or spicy foods that can irritate the gut Reduce artificial sweeteners (sorbitol, mannitol) which have laxative effects Consider a temporary lactose-free diet if dairy worsens symptoms It's important to continue eating, even if you have diarrhoea, to maintain nutrition

In order to achieve desired weight loss outcomes and avoid financial waste, patients must persist on their GLP-1s for the prescribed duration

When in doubt, skip the alcohol entirely