What are the drawbacks and side effects of GLP-1s
Instead of your usual spots, like your hips, thighs and glutes, you may notice the fat starts to settle more around the belly
A 2025 study published in AJMC found that many patients who stopped semaglutide or tirzepatide in real-world settings did not regain weight as rapidly as clinical trial outcomes suggested, particularly when tapering was gradual, and lifestyle support was in place
It helps suppress appetite, slow digestion, and help you stick to a healthy diet, resulting in gradual and safe weight loss
The most common side effects are mild nausea (usually temporary as your body adjusts), reduced appetite (this is actually the goal!), occasional digestive changes, and fatigue in some patients initially