We unpack what GLP-1 medications are, how they work in the gut and brain, and why they help weight, hunger, and blood sugar. We weigh real benefits against side effects, long-term use, and how to protect muscle so results last.
• definition of GLP-1s and why they were created
• shift from diabetes care to weight management
• what “weight loss” includes across fat and muscle
• benefits for appetite, glucose control and heart risk
• how gastric emptying and brain signals change hunger
• common side effects and ways to manage them
• risk of weight regain after stopping and why
• role of strength training, protein and hydration
• cost, coverage and long-term unknowns
• practical steps to decide if GLP-1s fit your goals
