Explainer: How do weight-loss drugs work?
We talk Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. A number of studies have shown the amazing weight loss potential of a new group of drugs, known to many by their brand names as Ozempic (which is for diabetes), Wegovy and Mounjaro. But how do these new drugs work? How were they discovered and who can use them?
The weight-loss drugs being tested in 2025: will they beat Ozempic?
In the first half of 2025, Ozempic developer Novo Nordisk in Bagsværd, Denmark, expects results from a second phase III trial of its experimental drug CagriSema — a combination of semaglutide and a medicine called cagrilintide. People on CagriSema lost about 23% of their body weight in a 68-week study, outperforming both drugs when taken alone.
Here's why researchers think most people stop taking weight loss drugs within a year
Nearly 2 in 3 people without diabetes quit popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic or Victoza within one year, according to a new study.
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RFK Jr. Is Right: Kids Don’t Need Weight-Loss Drugs
Too many young people are prescribed pills for mental illness. Are we repeating history with GLP-1s?
Whoopi Goldberg warns after after 'phony' AI ad uses her likeness to promote weight loss drug
The Color Purple' star Whoopi Goldberg has confirmed a new advert on Instagram using her likeness to promote a weight loss drug is "phony".
‘The View’s Whoopi Goldberg Blasts “Phony” AI Weight Loss Ad Using Her Face: “It’s A Lot Of BS, Do Not Fall For It”
Whoopi Goldberg took to The View to blast a "phony" AI weight loss ad running on social media that is using her image to promote the product.
Whoopi Goldberg Slams ‘Phony' Weight Loss Ad Using Her Likeness With AI
The View, host Whoopi Goldberg stopped the show from taking a commercial break to give a warning: she says there is an Instagram ad using an AI version of her likeness to sell weight loss drugs without her consent.
Whoopi Goldberg Slams Weight Loss Drug for Using AI Version of Her Face: “Do Not Look at This”
Goldberg said the company "melded" a CBS News Sunday Mornings appearance from her to sell “bad weight loss drugs."
Eli Lilly to release late-stage data on next-generation weight loss drug retatrutide in 2025, earlier than expected
Eli Lilly expects to provide results from a study in people with obesity and osteoarthritis of the knee in 2025.
Whoopi Goldberg addresses 'phony weight loss ad' depicting her on Instagram
"The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg addressed a "phony weight loss ad" circulating on Instagram during the show on Wednesday ...
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Spices alone cannot directly lead to weight loss, but some have properties that may help support your weight management plan.
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Want to Lose Weight? Ditch These 6 Common Mindsets
Cutting calories isn’t enough -- your daily habits could be stalling your progress. Ditch these six common mistakes to stay ...
Is Compounded Semaglutide Effective for Weight Loss?
Is compounded semaglutide effective for weight loss? Here’s the short version: Compounded semaglutide isn’t approved by the ...
What are the new rules for buying weight loss injections online and who is eligible?
The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) have published the new guidance for prescribing weight loss injections such as Wegovy or Mounjaro online, which includes stricter checks to verify the patient ...
Lilly forecasts 2025 profit largely above estimates on weight-loss drug strength
Eli Lilly forecast annual profit largely above Wall Street estimates on Thursday, as it prepares to launch its popular ...
Whoopi Goldberg Warns Against AI-Created Ad Using Her Image to Sell Weight-Loss Drug: ‘Do Not Fall for It!’
EGOT winner Whoopi Goldberg railed against an ad that's circulating on social media with a manipulated version of her ...
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Here are the health pros and cons of GLP-1RA weight loss drugs
New GLP-1RA weight loss drugs like Like Ozempic and Wegovy have become extremely popular in recent months but researchers ...