BPC 157, also known as Body Protection Compound 157, is a synthetic peptide derived from a natural protein found in gastric juices
If you choose to have ice cream, consider: Planning it as an occasional treat (weekly rather than daily) Selecting a small portion (child-sized serving) Choosing lower-sugar or protein-enriched varieties Consuming it after a balanced, protein-rich meal to minimise glucose impact Important medication considerations: If you use oral contraceptives, use additional barrier contraception for 4 weeks after starting Mounjaro and for 4 weeks after each dose increase If you take insulin or sulfonylureas, monitor blood glucose carefully and discuss dose adjustments with your healthcare provider to prevent hypoglycaemia Moderate alcohol consumption, as alcohol may increase the risk of pancreatitis and can worsen some side effects Regular monitoring of blood glucose (for diabetes patients), weight, and how different foods affect your symptoms helps personalise your dietary approach
For fiber, options such as vegetables, berries, lentils, chickpeas, oats, quinoa and whole-grain bread can help keep the body regular (a common challenge on GLP-1s) and help patients feel satisfied with smaller portions
268 Compared with the selfguided group, those in the structured program had cognitive scores equivalent to those of people who were up to two years younger
