In part two of this series on GLP-1 drugs, Dara Tomasson discusses alternatives to these weight loss medications and shares her concerns about their long-term effects. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of weight gain through life coaching tools rather than seeking quick fixes with unknown side effects.

 

Key Points

✅GLP-1 is a naturally occurring hormone produced in the small intestine that regulates blood sugar, digestion, and appetite

✅While GLP-1 medications may be effective, we don't yet have long-term data on potential side effects

✅Historical weight loss drugs have often had dangerous consequences that weren't immediately apparent

✅Basic weight loss science: weight loss occurs when we're in a calorie deficit, allowing our bodies to use stored fat

✅Starting at age 30, we lose 3-5% of muscle mass, which accelerates during menopause (sarcopenia)

✅Many weight issues stem from unhealthy coping strategies developed in childhood

 

Dara's Two Key Messages

✨Your worth as a human has nothing to do with your body size, appearance, or material possessions ✨

🫶🏻Your relationship with yourself is key to making lasting changes 🫶🏻

 

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