The Weight Is Over

These medications are not recommended for people who have been diagnosed with pancreatitis or type 1 diabetes, are under 18 years of age, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. They’re also not recommended for use by those with diabetic retinopathy, or have experienced problems with the pancreas or kidneys, a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). It’s best to discuss your specific needs with your medical provider. They’ll be able to help you make the best decision for you.

The short-term and long-term benefits of GLP-1 medications include improved blood glucose, weight loss, and improvement in blood pressure. This may impact overall longevity and well-being. However, without integration with behavioral medicine and lifestyle changes, these benefits will likely end when patients stop taking GLP-1 medications..

The most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, low appetite (which the drug is meant to cause), fatigue, and dizziness. There is also a risk of low blood sugar, which is more likely if you take other medications to manage blood sugar. More serious side effects are less common but include pancreatitis, gastroparesis, problems with your gallbladder, and bowel obstructions. Consult your provider about managing side effects. Some may be managed by lowering your dose or behavioral modifications (e.g., eating smaller meals more frequently), but others can require immediate medical attention..

Because these medications often lower appetite and/or increase feelings of fullness, it’s important to engage in healthy eating to ensure your body is receiving adequate nutrition with lower overall food intake. Additionally, adhering to recommendations for healthy eating and physical activity can help maintain weight loss even after stopping the medication and promote overall good health. The current dietary guidelines for Americans recommend a dietary pattern consisting primarily of nutrient-dense foods (like fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products) and limiting added sugar, sodium, and saturated fat. The current physical activity guidelines for American adults recommend engaging in 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per week. Last, some evidence suggests that eating smaller, more frequent meals high in protein and fiber and low in fat can help manage gastrointestinal side effects..

Clinical studies of GLP-1s have investigated their effects after taking the medications for up to 4 years. Official recommendations do not include a timeline for discontinuing these medications. They can be taken indefinitely. In practice, American adults take GLP-1s for an average of 6 months. Gastrointestinal side effects and high out of pocket costs have been associated with discontinuation, while being older and having diabetes are associated with longer-term maintenance of these medications. If/when these medications are stopped, observed health improvements (e.g., lowered blood glucose) are often not maintained and significant weight regain is common - especially in the absence of behavioral changes to promote health and support weight loss maintenance..

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