A new survey reveals that almost three-quarters of UK women are considering GLP-1 medications for weight loss in 2025. Previous attempts at dieting and exercise have often proven challenging, leading many to seek new solutions. While access and stigma remain concerns, the increasing interest in GLP-1s emphasizes the need for comprehensive support and care.
JuniperJan 3 2025 As 2024 draws to a close, the new year ushers in the opportunity to set new goals for the year ahead. While weight-loss and fitness are staples of New Year resolutions they are commonly known to be the unsustainable resolutions that don't continue past January.
Surveying over 1,000 UK women, the research found that 86% of respondents have tried multiple diet and weight loss programmes to lose weight with over half having previously committed to one or two different methods and a fifth admitting to trialling three to five different weight-loss methods. However, despite ambitions, many face barriers to their weight loss journeys.
While interested in trying GLP-1 medications, women have experienced blockers when trying to attain access to these medications including:
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