How weight loss drugs are changing the diet industry
Obesity can be seen as a disease that may require ongoing medical intervention, such as the use of weight loss drugs for long-term maintenance. [ more ]
About 75% of Americans recognize weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and others.
Survey shows 53% see anti-obesity drugs as good options, while 62% don't view them suitable for those without weight-related health conditions. [ more ]
Obesity drugs aren't always forever. What happens when you quit?
GLP-1 agonists are popular weight-loss drugs, but many people discontinue due to cost, side effects, and other factors. Stopping these medications can lead to weight regain. [ more ]
Opinion | Oprah and America Embrace the Promise of Ozempic
The weight-loss industry is rebranding obesity as a disease, shifting blame from individuals to a medical condition.
Oprah's special focuses on her personal weight-loss journey and the use of drugs like Ozempic, highlighting the industry's shift towards medicalization. [ more ]
"Outrageously" priced weight-loss drugs could bankrupt US health care
The rise of effective weight-loss drugs could significantly impact America's high obesity rate and prescription drug pricing, potentially exerting a massive financial strain on the healthcare system. [ more ]
Is Ozempic An Antidepressant? Preliminary Studies Suggest It Could Be
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may have a positive impact on reducing depression and anxiety.
Dulaglutide, a GLP-1 agonist similar to semaglutide, shows potential in reversing metabolic damage in the brain and alleviating depression and anxiety in mice. [ more ]
Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro are weight loss and diabetes drugs that target regulatory pathways involved in obesity and diabetes.
The body produces natural versions of these drugs, known as incretin hormones, in the gut, and the trillions of gut microbes play a key role in regulating these hormones. [ more ]
The drug shortages Floridians will face in 2024. Here's what you should know
Drug shortages continue to threaten access to necessary medications, including treatments for short-term and chronic illnesses.
ADHD medications, chemotherapy drugs, weight-loss drugs, and the antibiotic amoxicillin are among the categories experiencing shortages in 2024. [ more ]
What Happens When People Stop Taking the Weight Loss Drug Zepbound
A new study suggests that continuous treatment with weight loss drugs may be necessary to maintain the benefits of weight loss.
Even after stopping the weight loss drug tirzepatide, people did not return to their original weight and continued to show improvements in certain areas. [ more ]