“A big scientific breakthrough”!
The hyped drug ozempic, mounjaro, wegovy . They were originally developed as an anti diabetic drug for type 2 diabetes , but they also cause significant weight loss . That’s why they have blown up in a celebrity circles.
Let’s get deep into it how it works and help in reduce the weight
The GLP-1 ( glucagon - like peptide ) , it’s a natural hormone produced in the gut that regulate the blood sugar level and appetite. Now this hormone in diabetic patient ( type 2 specific) is reduced or its function is impaired .
The scientist has discovered and developed the GLP-1 receptor agonists that mimic the natural hormone to increase insulin release from the pancreas only when blood sugar is high , decrease the glucagon secretion and slows down the stomach emptying .
This drug not only helps the diabetic patients but also the obese person , obesity which has become the major concern for adults as well as for young ones .
Obesity does not affect the persons physical structure but the co- morbidities associated with it like fatty liver, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and multiple cancers .
Many celebrity elites has been taking these drugs specially for weight loss . Using them casually for aesthetic weight loss is risky and unsustainable . These medications aren’t safe for everyone . The FDA has only approved them for people who meet the strict health criteria - like a diagnosis of diabetics or obesity .
If you are eligible and under the care of a doctor , these drugs can be a powerful tool to help you to achieve a healthy weight.
What are your honest take on this ?
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