St. Vincent's University Hospital study reveals Ozempic's weight-loss effect results from both appetite suppression and increased metabolism.

St. Vincent's University Hospital study shows that weight-loss medications like Ozempic not only suppress appetite but also speed up metabolism and burn more calories. A randomized controlled trial with 30 patients found a strong relationship between increased metabolic activity from daily treatment with GLP-1 and weight loss. This research challenges the belief that these medications solely reduce food intake, suggesting metabolic increase is a significant contributor to their effectiveness.

August 22, 2024
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