Weight loss jabs like Wegovy/Ozempic (aka semaglutide) Mounjaro (aka tirzepatide) as well as the other GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are being handed out like Smarties but at what cost?
New data from the UK Medicines regulator the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) confirms:
- Over 500 hospitalisations linked to GLP-1 weight loss drugs.
- More than 20,000 reports of serious side effects, including pancreatitis, suicidal thoughts, and severe dehydration.
- People are suffering—and yet these drugs are being sold online with no medical checks.
Despite the marketing hype, these drugs don’t fix the root cause of obesity and they come with serious risks that few people are talking about.
How Do GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Like Wegovy Work?
GLP-1 receptor agonists like Wegovy and Mounjaro work by mimicking natural gut hormones that:
- Reduce hunger (so you eat less)
- Slow digestion (so food stays in the stomach longer.
- Regulate blood sugar (which helps with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes)
But as I explain in my detailed blog “How GLP-1 Drugs Work for Weight Loss”, the reality is far more complicated.
The Truth About Wegovy and Mounjaro: Why they a not the Magic Bullet You Think
- They causes Muscle Loss and Bone loss (Not Just Fat Loss)
- Weight loss from GLP-1 drugs isn’t just fat, it’s muscle and bone too.
- Losing muscle slows your metabolism, making long-term weight loss harder.
- When patients stop the meds they can regain the weight faster than before.
- In the long term you risk making yourself fatter AND sicker
Read more: “How GLP-1 Drugs Work for Weight Loss”
The Side Effects of GLPs Are Being Underreported
Latest MHRA data shows:
- 573 hospitalisations linked to GLP-1 weight loss drugs.
- 20,160 adverse reactions, including:
- Severe nausea, vomiting, and dehydration
- Pancreatitis (life-threatening inflammation of the pancreas)
- Gallbladder disease
- Suicidal thoughts and depression
I recently discussed these shocking risks in my latest podcast with Jackie Fletcher of Fabulously Keto have a Listen here or better still watch the video on our YouTube channel:
https://www.prolongevity.co.uk/fabulously-keto/
- GLP-1 Drugs Don’t Fix the Root Cause of Obesity
GLP-1 weight loss jabs treat symptoms, not causes:
- Obesity is not just about eating less, it’s about metabolic health.
- Ultra-processed food and insulin resistance are the real culprits.
- Once you stop the injections, hunger returns and so does the weight.
Want to learn more? Listen to my podcast with Fabulously Keto:
Episode #230: Graham Phillips on Weight Loss Drugs & Metabolic Health
The Black Market Boom: Why Are Wegovy & Ozempic Being Sold Like Candy?
Wegovy and Ozempic are now being sold online with little or NO medical supervision.
People are chasing the cheapest price instead of getting expert advice.
Fake and contaminated versions of GLP-1 drugs are being sold illegally.
Would you buy medication from an unknown online seller? Of course not! Yet, this is exactly what’s happening in the rush for quick weight loss.
Read more: “The Risks of Buying Weight Loss Jabs Online”
https://www.prolongevity.co.uk/the-dangers-of-buying-wegovy-on-the-black-market/
The Safe & Sustainable Alternative to GLP-1 Weight Loss Jabs
At ProLongevity, we take a metabolic health-first approach to weight loss because weight gain is a symptom, not the root cause.
Instead of relying on risky injections, we help people:
- Balance blood sugar levels naturally (without medication)
- Reverse insulin resistance to unlock real, lasting weight loss.
- Ditch ultra-processed foods and adopt a real food-based approach.
- Lose weight safely—without losing muscle mass or wrecking metabolism.
Final Thoughts: Stop Chasing the Cheapest Option
Before you consider these drugs, ask yourself:
- Am I addressing my metabolic health, or just masking symptoms?
- Do I have a long-term plan, or am I going to rely on a lifetime of injections?
- Is it worth the risk of severe side effects, hospitalisation or maybe worse?
The true cost of an online “bargain” might be your health, or even your life.
Ready for Real, Sustainable Change? It’s Time to Go Beyond the Pills
Stop chasing quick fixes that risk your health and lead to disappointing results. ProLongevity offers a science-backed alternative that addresses the root causes of weight gain, not just the symptoms.
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During this personal consultation with Graham Phillips or a member of his specialist team, you’ll:
- Discover how your unique metabolism responds to different foods
- Learn whether hidden blood sugar issues may be preventing weight loss
- Understand how our personalised approach has helped people like you achieve lasting results
- Get honest answers about whether our programme is right for your situation
Why Trust ProLongevity?
Graham Phillips isn’t just another weight loss coach. As a registered pharmacist, Fellow of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, and owner of the award-winning iHeart Pharmacy Group, Graham spent over 35 years witnessing first hand the limitations of the “pill for every ill” approach.
His revelation was simple but powerful: 80% of your health outcomes are determined by lifestyle, not genetics. ProLongevity was born from this understanding—combining personalised glucose monitoring that’s grounded in proper science to create long-lasting health improvement that actually works.
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