Effect of Semaglutide on Body Composition, Physical Function, and Biomarkers of Aging in Older, Overweight Adults with Insulin Resistance: Protocol for an Open-labeled Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)

Older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) or prediabetes are at increased risk of adverse changes in body composition, physical function, and aging-related biomarkers compared to those with normal glucose tolerance. Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist that has been approved for T2DM and chronic weight management. Although semaglutide is effective for weight loss and T2DM management, its effects on lean body mass, physical function, and biomarkers of aging are understudied in older adults.