Today’s episode is all about the drug Ozempic, it is being marketed all over the world as The Miracle Diet Drug.  But is it safe? This is what you will learn about Ozempic: Why are Ozempic and Wegovy being promoted as a miracle diet drug?  Hashtag #Ozempic on TikTok has over 800 million views The Ozempic Hollywood craze and what some stars are saying about it. How drugs like Ozempic affect your metabolism and your muscle mass. Ozempic and Wegovy are brand names for the medication semaglutide, used to treat type 2 diabetes and belong to a class of medications called GLP-1 receptor agonists. Semaglutide stimulates the release of insulin, slows down food digestion, and can help curb appetite, causing a person to eat less and lose weight. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal disorders, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and constipation. People with a history of thyroid issues or pancreatic cancer should avoid it. Ozempic and similar drugs have been scrutinized in phase 3 programs and cardiovascular outcomes trials due to a potential increased risk of pancreatic and thyroid cancer. Ozempic is available by prescription only, and the cost ranges from $925-$1080 per month. Experts are concerned about the potential risk of eating disorders and the drug shortage due to its popularity. Drinking alcohol while taking Ozempic, and it is important to talk to a medical provider before considering alcohol use. Studies have shown sustained weight loss benefits with Ozempic, resulting in greater reductions in waist circumference, BMI, blood pressure, and improved levels of glycated hemoglobin, fasting plasma glucose, C-reactive protein, and fasting lipid levels after 68 weeks. One year after withdrawal of once-weekly subcutaneous semaglutide 2.4 mg and lifestyle intervention, participants regained two-thirds of their prior weight loss. Risk of Thyroid Cancer Study The Study on Safety of Semaglutide   Download the Patreon App and Join The Chalene Show at patreon.com/TheChaleneShow     Thank you to our show sponsors!! Go to GreenChef.com/chalene60 and use code chalene60 to get 60% off plus free shipping     Thank You To Our Show Sponsor Go to getsoul.com/Chalene and 15% off will be automatically taken at checkout     To get the exclusive offer for my listeners go to magbreakthrough.com/chalene and enter code CHALENE to get 10% off any order plus a special gift     To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Join our awesome PodSquad on Facebook here!      Links You May Want to Check out: Subscribe to Subscribe to Build Your Tribe!!!  Check out Bret’s Course Money Matters 101 at Chalene.com/moneymatters Be sure to check out the Push Journals and Notebooks!! Go to PushJournal.com Join Phase it Up and start creating healthier habits, it isn’t like other diets or programs! PhaseItUp.com Join the InstaClubHub to go deep in learning all the latest tips and strategies to Instagram growth and engagement! InstaClubHub.com Check out all the Discounts and some of Chalene’s favorite things at Chalene.com/Deals Leave Chalene a message at  (619) 500-4819 Leave Chalene a Voicemail review or question  HERE Join our awesome PodSquad on Facebook here! Go to Chalene.com/MyThing and see what your passion or hidden talents are!!   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson     Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER and you'll get FREE tips on how to live a ridiculously amazing fun-filled life!     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes!!!        Get episode show notes here: www.chalenejohnson.com/podcast      Hey! Send me a tweet & tell me what you think about the show! (Use the Hashtag) #The Chalene Show so I know you’re a homie! XOXO Chalene