GLP-1 Drugs and Chronic Weight Management

GLP-1 Drugs and Chronic Weight Management

GLP-1 drugs have transformed treatment for chronic weight issues. In addition, they can help manage type 2 diabetes and improve heart and kidney health.

 That said, they aren’t a magic bullet: To feel your best physically and emotionally — and to optimize your weight loss results — it’s important to make diet and lifestyle changes when you’re taking a GLP-1.

 Whether you’re interested in learning more about the medication or seeking lifestyle support on your GLP-1 journey, these articles and resources can help.

How GLP-1s Work

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Beyond the number on the scale, which of these would represent the biggest “win” in your health journey?

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Resources
  1. Moiz A et al. The Expanding Role of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: A Narrative Review of Current Evidence and Future Directions. eClinicalResource. July 17, 2025.
  2. Mozaffarian D et al. Nutritional Priorities to Support GLP-1 Therapy for Obesity: A Joint Advisory From the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, the American Society for Nutrition, the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Obesity Society. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. May 30, 2025.