The deep calorie deficit forces your body to burn muscle for energy, and the shrinking muscle removes the essential mechanical signal your bones need to stay dense
Your provider should also review your complete medical history, including any history of pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, thyroid disease (particularly medullary thyroid carcinoma or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2), diabetic retinopathy, kidney disease, or gastrointestinal disorders
Some patients naturally produce more stomach acid in response to these changes, while others experience reflux when food and gastric juices travel back up the esophagus
A comprehensive multivitamin like Building Blocks covers your magnesium needs (200mg of highly-absorbable magnesium malate), but if you're experiencing significant symptoms or are highly active, a dedicated electrolyte powder (not sugary sports drinks) can fill the sodium and potassium gaps
Overall, 82% were White, 4% were Black or African American, and 4% were Asian