What's your view on GLP-1 AGONISTS?
That's a very hot topic at the moment, and I thought I'd bring it here - AS LONG AS we all remain friends, and civil. Do we have a deal? To get things started, let's explain what GLP-1 AGONISTS are and then I'll share my humble thoughts. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are medications that mimic the natural GLP-1 hormone produced in the gut after eating. TRANSLATION: it's a drug that mimics a natural hormone we produce that slows down our digestion, signals satiety, and regulates blood sugar. So... GLP-1 agonists. Good or bad? Neither; or both. You pick the answer you'd like. But I can give my humble opinion in the meantime. We've developed this unhealthy habit to pick one side of the fence in virtually every topic. But life is rarely so 'black and white'. And it's in ignoring all the shades of grey in between that we become deaf to benefits, risks, and circumstances. Recent research has shown benefits of such drugs in health optimization. It shows valid promise, but I won't focus on this side of it as I feel like it's still niche. But these โweight loss drugsโ can also be extremely beneficial to a wide array of individuals - they have proven to be a powerful ally against morbid obesity and to reduce disease risk in people with metabolic disorders. So why wouldn't you use that powerful weapon to your favor? Now, using it to drop a few quick kgs before summer wouldn't be my best depiction of proper use. Taking any drugs should come with knowledge of benefits, risks, potential side effects - even psychological ones. We, humans, are very prone to developing body perception disorders and have to prepare for it when usage stops. So more important than loving it or hating it, I am on the side of personal circumstances - with the oversight of a qualified specialist. Go learn more about it, then ask yourself first: 'Do I REALLY think I need it?' or 'Why is it that I want it?' That's already a great initial filter. I am of the opinion that I wouldnโt use it unless I had a health issue that could justify it. Yeah - talking about myself here - why would I meddle with someone elseโs life?