Do you think GLP-1 access will become more regulated eventually?
Hi everyone,
Just some food for thought - I’d love to hear what others think about this.
I started Mounjaro about 12 weeks ago and I’ve lost 10kg so far. Honestly, it’s been life-changing. For the first time in years, I’m not constantly thinking about food, and it’s given me the kickstart I needed to completely overhaul my lifestyle and diet.
Since starting, I’ve been strength training 5–6 days a week, tracking my calories consistently, and walking around 20,000 steps a day.
What’s surprised me most, though, is just how easy it was to access GLP-1 medications.
I’m a registered nurse with 15 years of experience, and I genuinely expected the process to be much more thorough. I’d never really considered a GLP1 until a friend mentioned Juniper and how simple it was to get started. Out of curiosity, I filled out the online form to see if I’d qualify.
After one quick phone call, my order was shipped within two days. No video consult, no blood tests- just an online questionnaire, some basic photos, and my BMI (which realistically could probably be manipulated).
I had a similar experience with Moshy. I assumed there’d be more medical oversight once I started, but I’ve actually had zero contact with a doctor since beginning treatment. Every month I just pay, the medication arrives a couple of days later, and there doesn’t seem to be any real monitoring of my progress or care.
Don’t get me wrong - the medication has genuinely helped me so much and I am so so thankful to be on it. But does anyone else feel like the system could be easily abused by people who don’t actually meet the criteria, especially with no in-person assessments or follow-up?
It makes me wonder whether stricter regulations or prescribing requirements will eventually be introduced, especially on apps like Juniper and Moshy.