I get asked quite a bit about weight loss medications — especially the new “game changers” you would have seen or may be using too.
Here’s my take…
I’m not a doctor (so always speak to a medical professional first), but I can tell you how they work and what I’d focus on if I decided to go down that route.
In short, these GLP-1 medications mimic a hormone your body naturally produces when you eat.
It helps you:
Feel fuller for longer
Steady your blood sugar (and the insulin release can help you stay fuller for longer)
Reduce the constant “food noise”
Maybe even have anti inflammatory benefits independent of weight loss
Are there any downsides?
Potential side effects are:
- Nausea / gut issues
- Hair loss (3% vs 1% when compared with placebo)..however this is often a side effect of malnutrition. Think zinc, selenium, protein, vitamin E, and calories in general…
- Muscle loss (again, this is more to do with low protein intake, low calories and a lack of resistance exercise)
- There may be a small % risk of pancreas issues
But perhaps more importantly, when you stop taking it, the effect stops too.
And without the right habits in place, it’s very easy to put the weight straight back on…so consider taking it slowly when coming off of them and getting some help to do it if you are unsure…
Thing is, whether you take medication or not — I would still recommend:
- Get enough protein (1.2–1.6g per kg bodyweight of protein per day OR just protein with every meal)
- Do resistance exercise (to protect your muscle, boost your metabolism, bone density, and keep you strong for life)
That’s exactly what we help you do inside our 28 Day Kickstart at Fruci Fit.
It’s designed for women 40+ who want to:
Lose weight without feeling like they’re starving themselves
Get fit and increase their energy for everyday life..
Put habits in place they can actually stick to
With in-person and from-home options, plus coaching and accountability, we’ll help you not just lose the weight, but keep it off — no matter which route you take.
As long as you meet us half way..
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Message me with ‘kickstart’ and I will send over the details
Matt