Exploring GLP-1 Medications: Benefits, Risks, and Realities

This chapter examines the multifaceted benefits of GLP-1 medications beyond weight loss, including their roles in managing diabetes, obesity, and emerging applications in cardiology and mental health. It highlights the importance of lifestyle changes alongside medication use, discusses potential risks, and stresses the necessity of thorough patient-provider conversations regarding treatment options. The exploration of GLP-1 medications also covers ongoing research, challenges in clinical trials, and the implications of emerging treatments in contemporary healthcare.