Heres the current state of play: In Effect: New York (2024): Prohibits the sale of any product marketed for muscle building or weight loss to minors
Many start GLP-1 therapy expecting gradual yet noticeable changes in appetite, energy, and overall well-being
Jumping doses or increasing too quickly is the primary cause of severe nausea and vomiting that leads people to discontinue treatment entirely
A scoping review published in 2025 in the journal Cureus noted an increasing number of reports of people losing hair while being treated with tirzepatide, dulaglutide and semaglutide
GLP-1 agonists like liraglutide (Victoza), lixisenatide (Adlyxin), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus) are commonly prescribed and continue to demonstrate benefits beyond just controlling blood sugar, including improvements in heart and metabolic health for some drugs
After gaining extra pounds, the body often adjusts to a higher set point and: Increases hunger Decreases satisfaction Slows metabolism Even with healthy habits, that can make long-term weight loss extremely challenging