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GLP-1 Drugs: Beyond Weight Loss | Lake Charles News
GLP-1 drugs are exploding beyond weight loss, with surprising perks like less alcohol cravings, reduced arthritis pain, and lower heart attack risk—many of which may not even stem from shedding pounds. Scientists are exploring off-label uses for inflammation and addiction-related effects, but caution is needed: some users face scurvy, loss of food joy, and muscle/bone loss. A new triple-agonist drug, retatrutide, shows surgical-level weight loss in trials but comes with more side effects—and it’s still years away. For now, these meds are safe when used as directed, though benefits fade…
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