Are you thinking about starting a GLP-1 medication? About 1 in 8 US adults have used GLP-1s to manage diabetes, treat heart disease, or lose weight.  “At this time, there is no other medication like ...

Learn how new oral GLP-1 weight loss pills work, how they compare with injections, and how next-gen “small molecule” drugs ...

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are often described as breakthrough weight loss solutions, but they don’t work the same ...

A majority of people who start the obesity and diabetes medicines known as GLP-1s also quit them, and plan to restart again.

If you miss a dose of GLP-1, you may be able to take it right away or wait until your next scheduled dose. It depends on the medication you take and how many doses you’ve missed. Glucagon-like peptide ...

GLP-1 medications can change the quality of your poop. Here's what to expect, why GLP-1 constipation happens, and how to manage it with your doctor.

GLP-1 medications mimic a natural hormone that controls appetite, blood sugar, and digestion. Monthly costs range from $199 to over $1,300, depending on the specific medication and insurance coverage.

GLP-1 is a peptide hormone generated from proglucagon that is secreted after meals by enteroendocrine L-cells in the distal jejunum, ileum, and colon. GLP-1 is also produced by pancreatic α-cells and ...