Jason Krynicki once lived in a much larger body and was teased mercilessly for it. Today, even though he has anorexia, he takes a monthly GLP-1 shot and is afraid to stop. Edwin J. Torres for NPR hide caption toggle caption Edwin J. Torres for NPR Get the... See more
Injectable GLP-1 drugs have been a game-changer for many people with obesity. But as researchers discover why the medicines fail for others, they are gaining insights about the complexity of the condition. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images hide caption toggle... See more
Obesity shaped Anna Olson's earliest notions of herself, when she saw a photo and thought, "Oh, I look different than the other kids." Olson's obesity began in toddlerhood, ran in her family, and left her with a chronic hunger hard to satiate. Dozens of d... See more
As GLP-1 drugs become more available, some people might use them despite not having excess weight. Sponsor Message LEILA FADEL, HOST: GLP-1 drugs are meant to treat metabolic diseases like diabetes and obesity. But as they become more available, some peop... See more
As GLP-1 drugs become more available, some people might use them despite not having excess weight. Copyright 2026 NPR As GLP-1 drugs become more available, some people might use them despite not having excess weight. Copyright 2026 NPR Congress has elimin... See more
