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Tue, December 10, 2024

[ 02:03 AM ] - The Atlantic

Ozempic Killed Diet and Exercise

^{Published on 2024-12-10 02:03:20 - The Atlantic}

For people with severe obesity today, even the modest benefits of dieting and exercise seem moot. Over the past few years, clinical trials of Ozempic and related drugs have shown that the "cornerstone" of treatment adds almost nothing to these medicines' effects on people's body weight.

The article from The Atlantic, titled "The Ozempic Effect: How Diet and Exercise Are Changing in the Age of Weight-Loss Drugs," explores the evolving landscape of weight management in light of new medications like Ozempic. It discusses how these drugs, originally developed for diabetes, have become popular for weight loss, leading to a shift in how people approach diet and exercise. The piece highlights that while these medications can significantly reduce appetite and aid in weight loss, they are not a complete solution. Instead, they are prompting a reevaluation of traditional weight-loss methods. Experts suggest that while drugs like Ozempic can kickstart weight loss, maintaining that loss often requires integrating diet and exercise. The article also touches on the psychological and social implications, including the potential for these drugs to change societal expectations around body image and the ongoing debate about the role of personal responsibility versus medical intervention in managing weight. Additionally, it notes the potential side effects and the need for a holistic approach to health that includes lifestyle changes alongside pharmaceutical aid.

Read the Full The Atlantic Article at:
[ https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/12/diet-exercise-ozempic/680909/ ]

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