The Truth About GLP-1 Drugs: What the Industry Isn’t Telling You

Right now, everywhere you turn, someone is talking about GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Monjourno and Wegovy. Maybe you’ve seen the dramatic before-and-after pictures. Maybe you’ve even thought, Could this be the thing that finally works for me?

I get it.

The promise is tempting: effortless weight loss, appetite suppression, and a quick fix to something you’ve struggled with for years. But before you jump on the bandwagon, I need you to know the full story—the part the industry isn’t telling you.

Because while they’re selling you an easy solution, they’re leaving out some hard truths.

Here’s the reality: short-term weight loss means nothing if it’s not sustainable.

And GLP-1 drugs? They’re designed to keep you dependent, not set you free.

Let’s talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes...

The industry wants you to believe these drugs are a miracle cure, but they fail to mention what happens when you stop taking them. Studies show that most people regain the weight—sometimes even more—once they’re off the medication. Why? Because it doesn’t fix the root problem. It suppresses hunger, sure, but it
doesn’t teach you how to build lasting habits, how to nourish your body properly, or how to create a lifestyle that supports long-term health.

And let’s not ignore the physical consequences. Muscle loss is a huge concern with GLP-1 medications. When you rapidly lose weight without proper nutrition and strength training, your body doesn’t just burn fat—it burns muscle, too.

Less muscle means a slower metabolism, making it even harder to maintain results in the future. This is why so many people on these drugs find themselves in a worse position when they stop than when they started.

I am part of a Facebook Group for women over 40 in Australia, and someone posted about their recent experience with Ozempic. It was crazy reading the comments. So may negative experiences...

➡️ Women who had lots weight, but put it all back on again when they stopped the medication.

➡️ Caused low blood pressure, fainting, dizziness on standing up

➡️ Vision worsening

➡️ Feeling sick all the time, nausea, diarrhoea, body& breath odour

➡️ Tired, no energy

➡️ Depression

But perhaps the most dangerous lie being pushed is that weight loss alone equals health. Just because the number on the scale goes down doesn’t mean you’re healthier, stronger, or more capable.

If you’re losing muscle, struggling with energy, and relying on medication just to function, is that really the transformation you want?

I’m not saying GLP-1 drugs don’t have their place. For some people with medical conditions, they can be life-changing. But for the average person being targeted by flashy marketing and social media hype? These drugs are being positioned as a shortcut when, in reality, they’re just another trap keeping you stuck in the cycle of dependency.

So, before you let the industry convince you that this is your only option, I want you to ask yourself: What do I actually want long-term?

If your goal is to feel strong, confident, and in control of your health—not just today, but for years to come—then you need a strategy that doesn’t rely on external fixes. You need to build habits that fuel your body, protect your muscle, and give you the energy to live your life fully.

Because here’s the truth: The real “magic pill” is consistency.

It’s lifting weights to preserve your muscle. It’s fuelling your body with enough protein and nutrients to
thrive. It’s building habits that support your long-term health instead of chasing quick fixes that only work as long as you keep paying for them.

If you’re ready to stop relying on the next “miracle” solution and start creating real, lasting change, come chat to me about my 12 Week Program. I will educate you, help you heal underlying health concerns, help you build muscle & lose fat, AND help you set up healthy habits that will be with you for life. 

Your health isn’t a 30-day medical experiment. It’s a lifelong investment. Choose the path that sets you up for success—not just for today, but for the future you deserve.

Book a call to chat with me about joining my 12 Week Program here: https://www.andrearobertson.health/12WeekProgram

Andrea x