The Dr. Josh Axe Show

The BEST Ozempic Alternative (Natural GLP-1 Hack!)

Jan 8, 2026
Explore sustainable weight loss without extreme diets! The discussion reveals how rapid weight loss can backfire and emphasizes the benefits of boosting natural GLP-1 through diet. Learn about the importance of protein-rich meals, the power of fiber, and probiotic benefits for gut health. Discover healthy fats, polyphenol-rich foods, and the role of strength training. Plus, simple daily challenges to enhance your metabolism and overall wellbeing. It's all about lasting lifestyle changes!
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ANECDOTE

Biggest Loser Regain Study

  • Dr. Josh Axe recounts The Biggest Loser contestants regaining weight after extreme methods.
  • He highlights a study showing their metabolisms slowed and weight returned, illustrating crash-diet harms.
INSIGHT

How GLP-1 Drugs Began

  • GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide originated from a compound in gila monster venom.
  • Science named GLP-1 obesity drugs the breakthrough of the year for their metabolic effects.
INSIGHT

Muscle Loss Risk With GLP-1s

  • High-dose GLP-1 therapies can cause significant muscle loss, especially with low protein intake.
  • Losing muscle while losing weight accelerates biological aging and harms long-term health.
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