🔬 What Are GLP-1 Medications? The Game-Changer in Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
- Evertitan
- Jan 24
- 2 min read
If you’ve struggled with stubborn weight, sugar cravings, or metabolic slowdowns despite eating well and exercising, you’re not alone—and science is finally catching up with a solution.
Meet GLP-1 receptor agonists, a groundbreaking class of medications originally developed for diabetes that are now transforming how we approach weight loss, appetite control, and long-term health.
💡 What Is a GLP-1?
GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1—a naturally occurring hormone in your body. It’s released in response to food and helps:
Regulate blood sugar by increasing insulin
Slow digestion to help you feel fuller longer
Reduce appetite by signaling satiety to your brain
GLP-1 medications mimic this hormone, helping your body regain control of hunger, cravings, and insulin resistance.
🚀 How Do GLP-1 Medications Help with Weight Loss?
By acting on both the gut and brain, GLP-1 meds such as semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®):
Reduce appetite and cravings
Prolong feelings of fullness
Improve blood sugar stability
Support fat loss while preserving lean muscle
Patients often experience consistent, sustainable weight loss without crash diets or stimulants.
🔬 The Science Is Clear
In clinical studies:
Semaglutide users lost an average of 15% of body weight
Tirzepatide users achieved up to 20%+ total body weight loss
Beyond weight, GLP-1s also help:
✅ Lower A1C and insulin resistance
✅ Reduce inflammation
✅ Improve cardiovascular risk markers
🧬 Who Is a Good Candidate for GLP-1s?
You may be a strong candidate if you:
Struggle with excess weight or obesity (BMI ≥ 27 with health concerns, or BMI ≥ 30)
Have type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance
Experience emotional eating, binge patterns, or uncontrollable cravings
Are ready to commit to a long-term plan with clinical supervision
⚠️ Who Should Not Use GLP-1 Medications?
GLP-1s are not appropriate for everyone. You may not be eligible if you have:
Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
History of pancreatitis
Severe gastrointestinal disease (e.g., gastroparesis)
Type 1 diabetes (these medications are not insulin replacements)
Known hypersensitivity or allergic reaction to GLP-1 medications
Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy soon
Every patient should be evaluated by a licensed medical provider before starting therapy.
🩺 How Evertitan Can Help
At Evertitan, we provide medically supervised weight management programs using GLP-1 therapies such as semaglutide and tirzepatide. Our team offers:
Personalized medical consultation
Lab work and eligibility screening
Ongoing dosing support and follow-up
Lifestyle coaching for sustainable success
You’ll never go through this journey alone.
📞 Ready to See If It’s Right for You?
We serve patients across Texas and Nevada via telehealth.
If you’re ready to take control of your health and weight in a way that’s safe and sustainable—let’s talk.
Evertitan: Hormone & Metabolic Optimization, Redefined.