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Doctors Raise Red Flags Over Weight Loss Drugs: They May Be Destroying Your Bones and Muscles


Published on 2024-12-25 09:43:08 - MSN
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  • Recent pharmaceutical innovations have introduced a new avenue for weight loss: drugs based on gut hormones such as GLP-1 and GIP. These hormones help regulate appetite, and the medications derived from them,

The article from MSN discusses concerns raised by doctors regarding the side effects of popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. These medications, while effective for weight loss, are now under scrutiny for potentially causing muscle and bone loss. Experts warn that the rapid weight loss induced by these drugs might not only reduce fat but also significantly decrease muscle mass and bone density, which could lead to conditions like sarcopenia and osteoporosis. This is particularly alarming for older adults who are already at risk for these conditions. The article highlights that while these drugs mimic the GLP-1 hormone to control appetite and blood sugar, the long-term effects on muscle and bone health are not fully understood, prompting calls for more comprehensive studies and possibly reevaluating how these drugs are prescribed.

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