We are aware that there is a huge trend taking GLP-1 medications, and for those who have trouble losing weight, it sounds like a god-send. However, like most things that sound too good to be true, this shiny object has some serious associated risks that no one is talking about.
- Regain lost weight within 1.7 years
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Gall bladder dysfunction
- Vomiting
- Kidney function
- Pancreatitis
- Osteopenia
- Blindness
- Loss of muscle mass
- Thyroid cancer
- Gastroparesis
These are side effects associated with the use of this class of drugs. It seems to me, that if a very risky drug class can only temporarily help me with weight loss, (AND expose me to these dysfunctions), then the risk/benefit ratio is not positive. Please do extensive research if you are considering these medications.
Until next time,
Dr. Polly
