Ep 77 - GLP-1 Drugs: What You Need to Know Before You Take the Shot

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have gone from relatively unfamiliar diabetes treatments to mainstream weight-loss drugs almost overnight. Kevin and Michelle unpack why these medications have become so popular, how GLP-1 receptor agonists work in the body, and what people should know before treating them like a quick-fix solution. They discuss appetite suppression, digestion, blood sugar regulation, potential side effects, muscle loss, nutritional adequacy, exercise, weight regain after stopping treatment, and the growing concern around counterfeit and unauthorized products. Michelle also explains why protein, fiber, micronutrients, hydration and resistance training become especially important when appetite is dramatically reduced.

Rather than taking a blanket “for or against” position, the hosts argue for treating GLP-1s with the same care and respect as any other prescription medication, and for making informed decisions with qualified healthcare professionals.

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