Ozempic

GLP-1 receptor agonists are not just making waves in weight management and diabetes care—they’re showing potential in addressing various forms of addiction. By modulating dopamine pathways in the brain, these medications could help reduce cravings and compulsive behaviours across a spectrum of addictions.

When comparing the viral TikTok trends “Oatzempic” and “Ricezempic,” both draw inspiration from the popular weight-loss drug Ozempic but are quite different in their composition and effects.  Oatzempic uses oats, particularly focusing on high-fiber varieties like steel-cut or rolled oats, which are more nutrient-dense compared to instant oats. These oats contain soluble fiber, especially beta-glucan, […]

There are no direct head-to-head trials between semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro). So, what we have to date is like comparing two world-class boxers and asking who is the best, when they have never actually fought each other. This study uses statistical analysis to virtually “match” and “pair-up” participants in different trials to provide a better comparison of the effectiveness of the two drugs.

Wegogy and Ozempic are in short supply. This has prompted a rise in fake products that have the potential to kill.