Protein also has a higher thermic effect of food (20-30% of calories consumed) compared to carbohydrates (5-10%) or fats (0-3%), meaning the body expends more energy digesting and metabolizing protein
BW change was also a secondary outcome of the SURMOUNT OSA 38 and the SYNERGY-NASH trial 39
Gastrointestinal Reactions (Reported/Theoretical) : Some reports suggest possible nausea or digestive discomfort, although consistent human data are lacking
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The primary difference lies in their mechanism of action