Issue #14March 22, 2026
Gila GLP-1 & Weight Loss Newsletter - Issue #14
Published March 22, 2026
Editor-in-chief: Sezen Soykut, ICF ACC · Gila
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Welcome to this week’s Gila GLP-1 & Weight Loss newsletter. Navigating a GLP-1 journey is profoundly transformative, bridging metabolic science with emotional well-being. This week, we curate insights on the newest clinical breakthroughs for Retatrutide, long-term medication strategies, and powerful community reflections on the psychological shifts of weight loss. Please note, this newsletter simply curates web content and does not provide medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional with any treatment questions.
“"Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going." — Jim Ryun”
Science & News
News
[MedPage Today]❤️ **Long-Term Health Check:** A new study highlights that while GLP-1s are game-changers, stopping semaglutide can lead to regaining much of the lost weight and a return of health markers toward baseline. This powerfully reinforces that obesity is a chronic condition, emphasizing the need for ongoing treatment and sustained lifestyle commitments to maintain those amazing health benefits we're all working for!
News
[Scientific American]🌟 **Triple Threat Alert!** Super exciting news from the medical world, team! A new medication called retatrutide, a triple-agonist, showed incredible promise in a clinical trial, leading to significant weight loss and impressive blood sugar control. This is a game-changer, potentially adding another powerful tool to our growing arsenal for managing weight and health!
News
[Psychology Today]🚀 **Beyond the Buzz!** This Psychology Today article is a brilliant, clear-eyed look at GLP-1 medications, confirming their incredible impact on obesity rates but also reminding us they're part of a bigger picture! It’s vital to remember that a holistic strategy – integrating nourishing food, resistance training to protect muscle, and a strong focus on mental wellness – is your key to truly sustainable, long-term success on your journey!
News
[Prism Reports]🤔 **The Deeper Dive:** Prism Reports explores the complex emotions many of us on GLP-1s navigate, from excitement over results to concerns about body image and societal pressures. This powerful piece reminds us that our journey is about more than just the scale; it's also about nurturing our holistic well-being and navigating the broader cultural conversation with self-awareness and support.
News
[University of Oxford]📈 **Staying Power:** A new Oxford study in the BMJ highlights that weight regain can be faster after stopping GLP-1 meds compared to ending traditional diet programs. This powerfully reminds us that these medications are incredible tools, but integrating long-term lifestyle strategies is absolutely crucial for maintaining your fantastic progress and keeping the weight off for good!
Community Insights
Reddit
[r/Reddit]🎉 **Two Years Wiser:** A Reddit user shared incredibly insightful reflections after two years on semaglutide, reminding us that the journey involves navigating not just physical changes, but also the psychological shifts and quieted food noise.
Remember to prioritize mindful nourishment, embrace plateaus as vital consolidation phases, and allow your mind time to catch up with your amazing physical transformation – flexible consistency will always be your best friend!
Reddit
[r/Reddit]🤔 **The Bittersweet Truth:** A Reddit user on Mounjaro for a year shared a powerful, *bittersweet* realization: the world treats them differently now, despite them being the same person inside! This incredible story reminds us that while our GLP-1 journey brings physical changes, it also confronts us with society's perceptions. Let's support each other through ALL the emotions of this powerful transformation!
Reddit
[r/Reddit]❤️ **Beyond Food Noise!** On Reddit, a post highlighted groundbreaking research showing GLP-1s are doing more than just quieting food cravings – they're showing incredible potential in silencing addiction cravings for substances like alcohol! This powerful insight reveals how these medications might be tapping into common biological drivers for addiction, giving us all an exciting glimpse into their wider impact on our well-being.
Must Watch
YouTube
[Dr. Jones, DC]🍿 **Unlock Retatrutide's Full Potential!** If you're using Retatrutide and hitting a plateau, Dr. Jones, DC, delivers a brilliant breakdown on strategic peptide stacking to maximize fat loss. This video is a *must-watch* to understand proper sequencing for compounds like AOD-9604 and SLU-PP-332, plus the absolutely critical information on which dangerous combinations you need to avoid to protect your heart!
As you continue your journey this week, be gentle with yourself and celebrate every non-scale victory. You are making incredible strides toward long-term vitality. We are cheering you on!
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Not medical advice. Consult your physician.
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