DARK SIDE OF GLP-1 DRUGS
- Mar 1, 2026
- 1:44
- Short
Jessie Inchauspé raises concerns about using GLP 1 medications during pregnancy, explaining that these drugs suppress hunger at a time when higher calorie and nutrient intake is essential. She also notes that while the medications lead to weight loss, some studies show both fat and muscle are lost, and weight regained after stopping can return primarily as fat.
Brief Summary
GLP-1 medications may cause muscle loss and are not safe during pregnancy.
Key points
- Pregnancy and GLP-1 Drugs. GLP-1 medications are not recommended during pregnancy due to potential dangers.
- The Risks of GLP-1 Medications. GLP-1 drugs may lead to weight loss but also muscle loss, raising concerns about body composition.
Episode highlights
- Pregnancy and GLP-1 DrugsGLP-1 medications are not recommended during pregnancy due to potential dangers.“Pregnancy would be a very dangerous time to take these.”0:27Mar 1, 2026
- The Risks of GLP-1 MedicationsGLP-1 drugs may lead to weight loss but also muscle loss, raising concerns about body composition.“You're losing weight, but you're also losing a lot of muscle.”0:50Mar 1, 2026
