Exercise is beneficial for many aspects of mental and physical health, but may be particularly important if you are taking a GLP-1 medication.  A 2022 study found that when exercise and GLP-1 medications were paired together, subjects saw significant improvements...

Typically, rapid weight loss can result in the loss of lean muscle and bone. Slower weight loss tends to preserve muscle mass, which may make it easier to keep the weight off long-term.  While many of us tend to only focus on the number on the scale while trying...

LP-1 medications are typically given by injection once per week. There are some GLP-1 medications that require daily injections. There is a new version of semiglutide called Rybelsus that is taken as a daily pill but is currently only approved for diabetes...

Obesity is a chronic health condition that requires ongoing management. For most people who struggle with obesity, weight management will always be a concern.  GLP-1 medications are meant to be used long-term for obesity. However, some people want to stop taking...

Notes: Aim for 300-500 words.  Include content on the biochemical effects for those who want some technical info and also bubble it up to layman’s terms for those who need a simpler explanation Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, more commonly known as...

GLP-1 medications are used for both blood sugar management and weight loss. This means you may be looking for different results, depending on why you are taking it.  Maximizing Blood Sugar Control Like other diabetes medication, the goal of a GLP-1 is to help...

GLP-1 medications are meant to be long-term treatments for diabetes or obesity. Both are considered chronic conditions that need to be managed over an individual’s lifetime.  GLP-1 for Diabetes If you are using a GLP-1 for diabetes management, do not stop the...