For GLP-1 drugs, the risks include: Increased anxiety or panic from unstable blood sugar Triggering or worsening depression Heightened risk of obsessive eating behaviors Potential for self-esteem issues or body image dysmorphia For someone already struggling with mental health, these risks are compounded making proper medical oversight essential
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The honest answer is that the evidence cannot say, because no study has ever compared them directly in the same model, let alone in humans
By making people feel full sooner and for longer, semaglutide can help people reduce their calorie intake, which is essential for weight loss
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