In a comprehensive discussion on the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, leading medical experts unpacked the complexities of obesity in India. An endocrinologist explained the concept of the ‘thin, fat Indian,’ a phenotype where individuals store more fat at a normal BMI, increasing health risks. A surgeon hailed the new medications as powerful enough to treat obesity as a disease for the first time in history, calling it as close to ‘surgery in a pill’ as possible. The panel, which included representatives from the pharmaceutical industry and patients, stressed that these are prescription drugs for modifying chronic disease and preventing complications, not for cosmetic weight loss. Patients shared personal journeys of overcoming stalled weight loss and regaining motivation, while also acknowledging the need for a long-term lifestyle strategy. The conversation also addressed the need for responsible use, broader accessibility, and removing the stigma associated with obesity.
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