Nothing makes me more mad, than deception! The health and wellness industry is no stranger to trends, but the latest misuse of GLP-1 receptor agonists in supplements has gone too far. As a business owner in the supplement industry and an advocate for health education, I feel compelled to speak out against this alarming trend. GLP-1 receptor agonists, like semaglutide, are FDA-approved medications used to treat specific medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes and obesity under the guidance of a healthcare professional. They are not supplements. Yet, some companies are falsely marketing products claiming to mimic the effects of GLP-1—misleading consumers in the pursuit of quick profits. The Problem: These so-called “GLP-1 supplements” are often poorly formulated, lack clinical evidence, and don’t provide the mechanisms of action they claim. Worse, some contain unregulated compounds or undisclosed ingredients, putting consumers at risk. These products exploit the growing awareness of GLP-1 medications without delivering real results—essentially preying on people's health goals and wallets. Why This Matters: Health Risks: True GLP-1 medications require careful medical oversight due to potential side effects like nausea, vomiting, or even pancreatitis. Over-the-counter knockoffs that claim to mimic these effects aren’t safe or effective. Misinformation: Consumers are being sold false hope with promises of effortless weight loss, perpetuating an unhealthy reliance on quick fixes. Trust Erosion: As someone passionate about creating science-backed products, this undermines the credibility of the supplement industry as a whole. Education is power. As consumers, you deserve better. As an industry, we owe you better. Supplements are meant to supplement—to enhance your health journey, not replace proper medical care or deceive you with pseudo-science. Let’s focus on evidence-based solutions, consistency, and building sustainable habits—not shortcuts that come at the expense of health and trust. Last but not least, shame on the brands that are doing this. You know who you are and a quick google search for GLP-1 supplements will show you the transgressors. hashtag #SupplementIndustry #GLP1 #WellnessTruths
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NMN supplementation is all the rage in the anti-aging industry right now. But what exactly can it do for fully optimized health? And what is the BEST way to start using it today? Go here for the answer: https://loom.ly/Se2qJPQ
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Patients on glp1s must get a gram of protein per lb of lean body mass so they dont become sarcopenic. The iatrogenic anorexia and gastroparesis not to mention the alopecia and osteopenia the glp1 agents cause result in massive muscle loss and reduced BMR. How the FDA didn’t require DEXA readings in the Wegovy Step 1 trial is criminal. Or the fact they didn’t follow for several years after cessation where patients gain back much more fat. Do we really believe perimenapausal women are going to gain back muscle. We are creating a nation of sarcopenic osteopenics and a plague of fractured hips, pneumonia, sepsis and death. This glp frenzy is ridiculous- there is no free lunch. They must have protein supplementation as they have real trouble eating meat, fish, chicken eggs etc. Cornerstone Wellness makes the best tasting and most nutritious meal replacement in existence used by 1600 physicians for last 2 decades. Reach out to me and I’ll send you free samples. Our website is cornerstonewellnessmd.com. Or just call1-800-230-9052 for a fresample box.
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Pharmacy Case Study Case # 10 page 2 Nonpharmacologic Choices for the Patient: *Behaviors that can increase the risk of hypertension: Your lifestyle choices can increase your risk for high blood pressure. To reduce your risk, your doctor may recommend changes to your lifestyle. The good news is that healthy behaviors can lower your risk for high blood pressure. *Unhealthy diet A diet that is too high in sodium and too low in potassium puts you at risk for high blood pressure. Eating too much sodium—an element in table salt—increases blood pressure. Most of the sodium we eat comes from processed and restaurant foods. Not eating enough potassium—a mineral that your body needs to work properly—also can increase blood pressure. Potassium is found in many foods; bananas, potatoes, beans, and yogurt have high levels of potassium. *Physical inactivity Getting regular physical activity helps your heart and blood vessels stay strong and healthy, which may help lower your blood pressure. Regular physical activity can also help you keep a healthy weight, which may also help lower your blood pressure. *Obesity Obesity is having excess body fat. Being obesity or overweight also means your heart must work harder to pump blood and oxygen around your body. Over time, this can add stress to your heart and blood vessels. Obesity is linked to higher "bad" cholesterol and triglyceride levels and to lower "good" cholesterol levels. In addition to high blood pressure, obesity can also lead to heart disease and diabetes. Talk to your healthcare team about a plan to reduce your weight to a healthy level. *Too much alcohol Drinking too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure. Women should have no more than one drink a day. Men should have no more than two drinks a day. *Tobacco use Tobacco use increases your risk of high blood pressure. Smoking can damage the heart and blood vessels. Nicotine raises blood pressure, and breathing in carbon monoxide—which is produced from smoking tobacco—reduces the amount of oxygen that your blood can carry. *Other factors that can increase risk: Family members share genes, behaviors, lifestyles, and environments that can influence their health and their risk for disease. High blood pressure can run in a family, and your risk for high blood pressure can increase based on your age and your race or ethnicity. *Genetics and family history When members of a family pass traits from one generation to another through genes, that process is called heredity. Genes likely play some role in high blood pressure, heart disease, and other related conditions. However, it is also likely that people with a family history of high blood pressure share common environments and other potential factors that increase their risk. The risk for high blood pressure can increase even more when heredity combines with unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as smoking and eating an unhealthy diet.
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1moI think companies these days are using health advice as a trap to get people to believe into anything, thing is everything should be backed by science and needs testing. You will be held liable for any issue your consumers face. All in all great post!