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'I've lost my butt': how rapid weight loss can leave you with less muscle and more fat

GLP-1 drugs such as Mounjaro are helping millions of people rapidly lose weight. But the changes happening inside the body go far beyond the number on the scale.

'I've lost my butt': how rapid weight loss can leave you with less muscle and more fat

TL;DR

  • GLP-1 drugs like Mounjaro are causing rapid weight loss in millions.
  • Concerns exist regarding the risks of rapid weight loss, including loss of lean mass.
  • Potential consequences in older age are part of the debate.
  • The discussion extends to the broader impact of modern dieting culture on body composition.