Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
GLP-1s for weight loss are everywhere in health conversations right now. Learn more about GLP-1 from your trusted CVS Pharmacists.
It starts with biology. GLP-1 is a hormone the body naturally produces - one that signals to the brain when you're full, slows how quickly food leaves the stomach and plays a role in how the body processes glucose and releases insulin.
Amy Lynn, Alexandra, Tony and Victoria - CVS pharmacists with a combined 42 years of experience - break down what GLP-1 actually does inside the body.
This isn't about shortcuts or quick fixes. It's about understanding a system the body already has - and what happens when that system is supported in the right way. Because once you understand biology, the conversation around weight, appetite and energy starts to look very different.
Recorded on 3/10/2026. Information provided is based on FDA-approved prescribing information and publicly available information. This does not constitute medical advice. Please speak with your provider to determine if any medication is right for you.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - What Is a GLP-1?
00:28 - How Do GLP-1s Work?
00:42 - Are GLP-1s the Same as Ozempic?
00:58 - Do I Still Need to Eat Well and Exercise on a GLP-1?
01:15 - Are GLP-1s Effective?
01:23 - Are There Side Effects for GLP-1s?
01:34 - Can CVS Help Manage the Cost of GLP-1s?
01:51 - Can CVS Help with a GLP-1 Journey?
02:19 - How CVS Pharmacists Support a Weight Loss Journey
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#CVSPharmacy #GLP1 #GLP1Explained #WeightManagement #PharmacistAdvice #CVSHealth #GLP1Medication #MetabolicHealth #HungerHormone #HealthEducation
GLP-1s for weight loss are everywhere in health conversations right now. Learn more about GLP-1 from your trusted CVS Pharmacists.
It starts with biology. GLP-1 is a hormone the body naturally produces - one that signals to the brain when you're full, slows how quickly food leaves the stomach and plays a role in how the body processes glucose and releases insulin.
Amy Lynn, Alexandra, Tony and Victoria - CVS pharmacists with a combined 42 years of experience - break down what GLP-1 actually does inside the body.
This isn't about shortcuts or quick fixes. It's about understanding a system the body already has - and what happens when that system is supported in the right way. Because once you understand biology, the conversation around weight, appetite and energy starts to look very different.
Recorded on 3/10/2026. Information provided is based on FDA-approved prescribing information and publicly available information. This does not constitute medical advice. Please speak with your provider to determine if any medication is right for you.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - What Is a GLP-1?
00:28 - How Do GLP-1s Work?
00:42 - Are GLP-1s the Same as Ozempic?
00:58 - Do I Still Need to Eat Well and Exercise on a GLP-1?
01:15 - Are GLP-1s Effective?
01:23 - Are There Side Effects for GLP-1s?
01:34 - Can CVS Help Manage the Cost of GLP-1s?
01:51 - Can CVS Help with a GLP-1 Journey?
02:19 - How CVS Pharmacists Support a Weight Loss Journey
Stay connected with CVS Pharmacy:
Instagram: instagram.com/cvspharmacy
Facebook: facebook.com/CVS
TikTok: tiktok.com/@cvs
YouTube: youtube.com/@cvs
#CVSPharmacy #GLP1 #GLP1Explained #WeightManagement #PharmacistAdvice #CVSHealth #GLP1Medication #MetabolicHealth #HungerHormone #HealthEducation
