This article is based on a recent episode of the You, Diet Sucks podcast called The Science of Semaglutides, Fitness, and Weight Stigma. In the episode, we explore the history of GLP-1 medications, the rise of Ozempic in the fitness world, and what it really means for athletes trying to navigate weight stigma and performance
Of the participants, 48.2% had hypertension, and 30.5% had dyslipidemia
This guide compares the two most popular GLP-1s, semaglutide and tirzepatide
The first involved GLP-1 (7-37) synthesized by Mojsov, which was overseen by David Nathan, a physician and director of the Diabetes Clinic at MGH
Have them 15 to 30 minutes before lunch or dinner