As with any medical revolution, the meteoric rise of these drugs has brought a complex mix of life-changing benefits, dangerous side effects, and a booming, highly illegal shadow market.
It seems like no matter where you go, from a family braai to office chatter, or even just scrolling through your social media feeds, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are on absolutely everyone’s lips.
It is the much-talked-about medication of the decade, promising a modern miracle for weight loss.
But as with any medical revolution, the meteoric rise of these drugs has brought a complex mix of life-changing benefits, dangerous side effects, and a booming, highly illegal shadow market.
Let's break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of the GLP-1 craze.
