EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 9 MIN
How GLP-1 medications affect the body and why they work
from Health Recoded · host Alex
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down GLP-1 so we can understand what it’s actually doing in the body. In this episode, we cover:-What GLP-1 is-How it works in the body-Why it affects appetite and fullness-Common misconceptions about GLP-1 medicationsIf you found this helpful, consider subscribing for more episodes like this. New conversations are released weekly.Chapters:00:00 Intro00:36 What is GLP-1?01:13 How GLP-1 Hormone works in the body04:48 What GLP-1 Medications do in the body05:40 Why does weight loss occur with GLP-1 medications?07:15 What GLP-1 medications do NOT do09:45 Nursing TakeawaysThis content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for guidance provided directly by your own medical practitioner.Resources:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4191040/#sec2 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/13901-glp-1-agonistshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551568/
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In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down GLP-1 so we can understand what it’s actually doing in the body. In this episode, we cover: -What GLP-1 is -How it works in the body -Why it affects appetite and fullness -Common misconceptions about GLP-1 medications If you found this helpful, consider subscribing for more episodes like this. New conversations are released weekly. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:36 What is GLP-1? 01:13 How GLP-1 Hormone works in the body 04:48 What GLP-1 Med...
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