All over the Internet, you hear about the risks of using GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Victoza—such as muscle loss, depression, pancreatitis, nausea, vomiting, digestive distress, appetite suppression, and headaches.

…but it turns out there’s a lot more to the story, including potential systemwide benefits that go far beyond appetite control and weight loss, and fewer side effects than the fearmongering suggests (which I myself have been guilty of!).

• The effects of my experiment with GLP-1 agonist semaglutide, how dosage impacts appetite and metabolism, and the importance of individualized strategies for balancing appetite control, blood sugar, and sleep quality…05:54
• The cautious use of GLP-1 agonists, their powerful effects on appetite and cognitive health, and the importance of personalized dosing for cognitive and neuroprotective benefits…12:26
• How GLP-1 agonists can help brain health and diabetes by improving metabolism, the importance of careful dosing, and why personalized approaches based on individual health needs are the key…18:13
• How GLP-1 drugs can support health beyond just weight loss by mimicking natural GLP-1, the potential to restore L-cell function through lifestyle changes, and the importance of individualized, low-dose strategies to avoid side effects…27:04
• GLP-1 agonist side effects, from nausea to more serious concerns like gastroparesis, and how careful, individualized dosing and digestive support can minimize risks while still providing therapeutic benefits…38:12
• The nuanced risks of GLP-1 drugs, why appetite suppression may dampen life’s pleasures, and the importance of addressing mental health, coping mechanisms, and individualized screening to prevent unintended emotional side effects…45:32
• The complex effects of GLP-1 drugs on muscle and tissue health, the risks of improper dosing, and the role of patient compliance with strength training and protein intake to protect muscle mass and maintain metabolic health…50:49
• The rising impact of GLP-1 drugs on industries from food to healthcare, the economic shifts as companies adapt to consumer health trends, and the critical need for medical guidance and safe sourcing…57:48

Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/glppodcast

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