Updated April 16, 2025
GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, have become popular for their ability to support long-term weight loss when used under proper medical supervision
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Weight loss medications, such as Wegovy (Semaglutide) and Zepbound (Tirzepatide), work by increasing levels of GLP-1, a naturally occurring hormone that regulates hunger and glucose
Seven different GLP-1 receptor agonists were used, including semaglutide (Ozempic or Wegovy), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and liraglutide (Victoza)
This causes an increase in insulin production in the pancreas