Starvation states. Altered dopamine. Disrupted pleasure. Increased psychiatric risk.
GLP-1 medications aren’t just reshaping bodies—they may be reshaping brains. In this episode of GLP-1 Truth Serum, Virgie Tovar talks with Dr. J. Corey Williams and unpacks how these drugs can induce starvation states that ripple far beyond weight-loss, with potential consequences for mental health, mood, and vulnerability.
Tune in for a smart, nuanced exploration of the risks hiding beneath the weight-loss hype.
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Content note: the words “ob*sity” and “childhood ob*sity” are used in this episode.
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