Hormonal Changes: Estrogen and testosterone are essential for maintaining collagen
Alcohol consumption was already declining
Anecdotally, others report it helps with controlling impulse behaviors around food, quieting food noise for binge eaters, or even reducing the urge to drink alcohol, but the science isnt solid on those points yet. Despite the numerous reasons behind GLP-1 medication usage, experts note that financials are limiting who has access
Additionally, the FDA's adverse event reporting system received 489 reports of patients experiencing mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, while on semaglutide (Ozempic's active ingredient)
This hormone helps regulate blood sugar levels, slows gastric emptying, and reduces appetite
[19] Pre-existing significant gastrointestinal motility disorders (such as severe gastroparesis) warrant caution with GLP-1 medications