# Rising Eating Disorders May Be Worsened by GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs

Eating disorders are on the rise, and experts warn that GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy could make them worse for some users. The concern matters because these widely used weight-loss medications may affect people at risk of disordered eating.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [MIT Tech Review](https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/10/30/1147838/eating-disorders-rise-glp-1s-weight-loss-drugs/) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000