“Many people who take GLP-1 medications to lose weight may not understand the consequences of taking these on both physical and mental health. An innocent idea of just shedding a few pounds can easily turn into something more serious, especially in those who may already be prone to disordered eating behaviors.
“GLP-1s and other weight loss drugs can not only lead to serious health implications like high blood pressure, liver damage, and kidney problems, but they are essentially gateways to eating disorders.”
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can learn more about various care options here. EDRC provides support groups and maintains a list of treatment programs in the Bay Area. You can also support EDRC’s mission further by making a tax deductible donation.
