Second, they act on appetite centers in the brain, reducing hunger signals and diminishing the cravings that often derail even the most committed dieters
For context on what postpartum weight loss looks like more broadly, the postpartum weight loss and Ozempic article covers the full picture of when and how GLP-1 medications fit into the postpartum period
A few possible benefits may include: Reduced cravings for alcohol or drugs Lower relapse risk Improved impulse control Better overall treatment outcomes
Pharmacologic GLP-1s were originally developed for type II diabetes, where they effectively lower HbA1c (hemoglobin A1c, typically by 11.5%) and often promote weight loss of 510% in diabetics
If youre not marketing to GLP-1 users by 2026, youre quite late
Training depletes glycogen stores and creates micro-damage in muscle tissue that requires protein and calories to repair