This week I am sharing an article that discusses the rise of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, originally developed for Type 2 diabetes but now widely used for rapid weight loss. These medications mimic a natural hormone that suppresses appetite, helping users eat less and lose weight. While effective, the article urges caution, questioning whether medicating weight gain addresses the real root causes. The article was originally posted on DailyBusinessJournal.
Over the past few years, a new class of drugs has gained enormous attention: GLP-1 receptor agonists, commonly known by brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. Originally designed to help people manage Type 2 diabetes, these medications are now being widely used off-label for one thing—rapid weight loss.
But before you or someone you know jumps on the bandwagon, it’s important to understand what these drugs are, how they work, and what they can and can’t do for your long-term health.
What Does GLP-1 Stand For?
GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1, a hormone that your body naturally produces. It plays several roles in regulating your metabolism, most notably by telling your brain when you’re full and by slowing the rate at which food empties from your stomach. In short, it helps suppress appetite and reduce food intake—exactly what many people want when trying to lose weight.
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic mimic this hormone. They bind to the same receptors in your brain and gut, essentially “tricking” your body into feeling full and satisfied after eating less food. Many users report feeling less hunger, eating smaller portions, and experiencing dramatic weight loss over a few months.
Why Were These Drugs Developed?
Let’s be clear: these drugs were not originally designed as a weight loss solution. They were developed to help people with Type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. For individuals whose bodies either don’t produce enough insulin or can’t use it effectively, GLP-1 agonists are a useful tool.
However, one side effect noticed during clinical trials was weight loss. Naturally, pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers began exploring their use as anti-obesity drugs—even for people who don’t have diabetes.
Now, as prescriptions for these drugs skyrocket, the narrative is shifting. Suddenly, we’re being told that weight gain is something you need to medicate. But that idea deserves serious scrutiny.
In the next article, we’ll explore exactly how these drugs work in your body—and why their effects may not be as straightforward as they seem.
On a recent Price of Business show, I was interviewed by host Kevin Price. We talk about the alarming rise of colorectal cancer, now the third most common cancer worldwide. Even more concerning is its increasing incidence among adults aged 25 to 50, a trend that raises urgent questions about lifestyle, diet, and preventive care.
I explain what cancer is at the cellular level, how it develops in the colon, and why younger individuals may be more susceptible today than in previous generations. The conversation also delves into how modern dietary habits contribute to cancer formation and what practical steps can be taken to reduce risk—including whether vaccines have any role in prevention.
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