GLP-1s like Ozempic and Mounjaro can improve long-term health, but they can’t be relied upon alone, Sophie Medlin, a dietitian who works with patients taking the drugs, told Business Insider.

For those who need to lose weight for medical reasons, the drugs can be life-changing by making it easier to eat in a calorie deficit. They do this by mimicking hormones that make us feel full, and slowing digestion.

However, in order for the change to be sustainable, it’s important to make and stick to healthy habits, including exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet featuring protein. This helps to maintain muscle mass and bone density…