Are we getting weight loss all wrong?

The rise of GLP-1 medications - like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro - has sparked a cultural and clinical revolution in how we think about weight.

They can be life-changing for some, but they’re not a shortcut. Behind the headlines, the science tells a more complex story - one that blends biology, psychology, policy, and compassion.

In this article, I explore:

• How GLP-1s really work

• What clinical trials reveal about long-term effects

• The risks of malnutrition and muscle loss

• Why we need system-wide change - not just prescriptions

These drugs can be part of the solution, but they’re not the solution.

Read the full article on my substack.