Think of GLP-1s as your body's natural "I'm full" signal, but stronger.
Your body already makes GLP-1 hormones - they're what tell your brain "okay, I've had enough food" after you eat. But for many people, especially those who struggle with weight, this signal gets weak or gets ignored.

GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide boost this signal back to normal levels. So instead of still feeling hungry after eating a normal meal, you actually feel satisfied. Instead of thinking about food every 20 minutes, you just... don't.

It's not a stimulant that makes you jittery. It's not a blocker that makes you sick if you eat. It literally just helps your body work the way it's supposed to work.

Nope. And here's why that matters to people our age.

First, the medication comes in a discreet package. Your roommates, parents, or whoever you live with won't know what it is.

Second, you're not going to suddenly lose 50 pounds in a month and shock everyone. Most people lose 1-2 pounds per week, which just looks like you're "eating better" or "working out more."

Third, the medication doesn't change your personality or make you act weird. You're still you - just not obsessing over food all the time.

Here's the honest truth: GLP-1 medications work for about 85% of people who take them consistently. That's not 100%, but it's way better odds than any diet you've ever tried.
But here's what's different about HeyFeels: if the first medication doesn't work for you, we don't just shrug and say "sorry, tough luck."
Your doctor can:

1. Adjust your dosage (sometimes you just need more or less)
2. Switch you to a different GLP-1 medication (Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide work differently for different people)
3. Combine treatments
4. Address other factors that might be blocking your progress

Plus, you get support from your health coach to figure out what's going on. Sometimes it's not the medication - sometimes it's stress, sleep, or other health issues that need to be addressed first.
And if after trying different approaches it's genuinely not working? We'll help you figure out next steps. You're not stuck paying for something that doesn't help you.

No,  this isn't a forever thing unless it needs to be. GLP-1s help you reset your biology, not become dependent on medication. Most people use them for a year or two while they build healthier habits, then taper off under a doctor’s supervision. The goal is long-term change, not lifelong medication.

The most common side effects are stomach-related: nausea, sometimes diarrhea or constipation, especially when you first start.

But here's the thing - most people only get mild side effects for the first week or two while their body adjusts. It's kind of like starting a new workout routine - your body needs time to get used to it.

And nausea from GLP-1s isn't like being sick. It's more like "ugh, I really don't want to eat right now" which honestly helps with the weight loss.