India, July 16 -- GLP-1 medications have become increasingly popular for weight loss, but they're not a magic fix. Cardiologist Dr Alok Chopra, in his July 16 Instagram post, explained who these medicines are meant for, who should avoid them, their common side effects, and why lifestyle changes remain essential. (Also read: How many hours should you work? Neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar says 55+ hour weeks raise risk of stroke and heart disease )

According to Dr Alok Chopra, "GLP-1 medicines help control blood sugar and reduce appetite. They slow down how quickly food leaves your stomach, helping you feel fuller for longer and eat less naturally."

He explained that these medications signal fullness to the brain, slow stomach emptying and he...