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Wegovy & Ozempic: The Disturbing Hollywood Diet Drug Craze
Wegovy & Ozempic: The Disturbing Hollywood Diet Drug Craze
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Oct 23, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
Wegovy and Ozempic have exploded in popularity as weight loss wonder drugs thanks to celebrity endorsements and promising results. But are these injectable diabetes medications safe and effective for long-term weight management? On today's show, Dr. Josh Axe explores the craze surrounding Wegovy and Ozempic. He'll discuss how they work, why sales have skyrocketed, and the potential side effects that have many healthcare professionals concerned.
You'll learn:
What are Wegovy and Ozempic, and how do they promote weight loss?
Why celebrities like Elon Musk are using these diabetes drugs off-label for slimming down
How supply shortages and massive sales projections signal issues ahead
The alarming gastrointestinal side effects, facial aging, and muscle mass changes being reported
How Wegovy compares safety-wise to other weight loss medications
Join Dr. Josh Axe as he delves into the hype and controversy surrounding these potentially dangerous new diet drugs. He'll reveal the startling truth about one shocking side effect that could have disastrous consequences for your health if you use these medications.
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Links:
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2396297-wegovy-and-ozempic-ingredient-linked-to-rare-stomach-paralysis-cases/#:~:text=People%20prescribed%20semaglutide%20%E2%80%93%20the%20active,gastrointestinal%20conditions%2C%20including%20stomach%20paralysis
https://globalnews.ca/news/10006543/ozempic-stomach-paralysis-ubc-study/
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-new-drug-treatment-chronic-weight-management-first-2014
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ariannajohnson/2023/02/01/ozempic-face-explained-why-it-happens-and-how-to-fix-it/?sh=7f4193cd22c3
https://www.health.com/ozempic-butt-and-face-7506800
https://www.wegovy.com/about-wegovy/how-does-wegovy-work.html
You'll learn:
What are Wegovy and Ozempic, and how do they promote weight loss?
Why celebrities like Elon Musk are using these diabetes drugs off-label for slimming down
How supply shortages and massive sales projections signal issues ahead
The alarming gastrointestinal side effects, facial aging, and muscle mass changes being reported
How Wegovy compares safety-wise to other weight loss medications
Join Dr. Josh Axe as he delves into the hype and controversy surrounding these potentially dangerous new diet drugs. He'll reveal the startling truth about one shocking side effect that could have disastrous consequences for your health if you use these medications.
Want more of The Growth Lab with Dr. Josh Axe? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.
Follow Dr. Josh Axe
Tik-Tok
Follow Leaders
Email Newsletter
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Links:
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2396297-wegovy-and-ozempic-ingredient-linked-to-rare-stomach-paralysis-cases/#:~:text=People%20prescribed%20semaglutide%20%E2%80%93%20the%20active,gastrointestinal%20conditions%2C%20including%20stomach%20paralysis
https://globalnews.ca/news/10006543/ozempic-stomach-paralysis-ubc-study/
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-new-drug-treatment-chronic-weight-management-first-2014
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ariannajohnson/2023/02/01/ozempic-face-explained-why-it-happens-and-how-to-fix-it/?sh=7f4193cd22c3
https://www.health.com/ozempic-butt-and-face-7506800
https://www.wegovy.com/about-wegovy/how-does-wegovy-work.html
Released:
Oct 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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