A class of medications called GLP-1s have skyrocketed in popularity recently for their effectiveness in reducing body mass. The Onion examines the myths and facts surrounding these weight-loss drugs.
MYTH: GLP-1s are only prescribed for diabetes.
FACT: GLP-1s have many applications, from aiding in addiction recovery to making your stepsister jealous.
MYTH: The long-term effects of these drugs haven’t been thoroughly studied.
FACT: Tamara’s wedding is in two months.
MYTH: You only lose body fat, not muscle.
FACT: You also lose out on coveted “sassy fat lady” movie roles.
MYTH: To lose weight, you must also incorporate changes to your diet and lifestyle.
FACT: Just take more.
MYTH: Wegovy is better than Ozempic.
FACT: Wegovy is only good for losing weight on your top half while Ozempic slims down your bottom half.
MYTH: GLP-1s are for everyone.
FACT: Not sumo wrestlers.
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