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Rice-zempic is the latest fad diet disguised as a legit weight-loss method to hit TikTok, with users claiming the rice-based drink offers similar results to the now infamous diabetes and weight loss drug.

The video count with the hashtag #ricezempic has reached almost 500 on TikTok, showing users drinking a mixture of starchy rice-steeped water and lime juice.

The supposed weight-loss claims range from losing just under 1kg a day to around 7kg in two weeks.

Naturally, we were sceptical about this so-called wonder drink and were keen to learn more. We spoke to Dr Claire Merrifield, GP and medical director at Selph and Tom Quinn, director of external affairs at eating disorder charity Beat to find out their take not to mention concerns about the latest trend.

Followers of the rice-zempic diet steep white rice in warm water before cooling, remove the rice and add freshly squeezed lime, then drink the concoction first thing in the morning.

They say the drink mimics the effects of Ozempic, an injectable drug thats prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes that may also help people lose weight, without the cost or prescription process.

The drink isnt designed to be used as a meal replacement but as a supplement to your usual diet. Although, like most un-evidenced TikTok trends, there are no official guidelines on how to follow the diet, and no clinical studies to support results.

Like most fad diets, rice-zempic is not a magic weight loss potion.

Videos theorise that when rice is soaked in water, the grains release their starches into the water. When you drink this water, the starches expand in your stomach, causing a brief feeling of fullness.

The theory is, that if youre more satiated throughout the day, youre less likely to snack, or perhaps eat less at meal times. So, by drinking this rice water, youd theoretically be consuming fewer calories, which for some followers of the diet could result in weight loss.

Some studies suggest that consuming these starches, known as resistant starches, can increase feelings of fullness that aid weight loss, but more research is needed.

However, Dr Claire Merrifield says that drinking rice water will likely lead to a small peak in blood sugar, and describes it as the equivalent of eating a mouthful of potato.

Rice water contains a small amount of starch which is a type of carbohydrate. Eating or drinking carbohydrates will provide some calories and will likely lead to a small peak in blood sugar. It is very unlikely to leave you feeling full, she says.

While some followers of the diet say that the acid from the lime hinders their appetite, leading to fewer calories consumed over the day, Dr Merrifield disagrees and says it may have negative effects on digestion.

Lime juice on an empty stomach can exacerbate feelings of acid reflux and indigestion, she says.

Even if drinking this concoction does have a satiating effect for you, as soon as you stop drinking the rice water mixture, any appetite suppressant effects will subside and followers will likely gain back any weight they have lost.

In short? No. Ozempic works by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone that signals to your brain that you're full. Ozempic and other semaglutides, like Wegovy, also slow digestion by increasing the time it takes for food to leave the body.

It has gained popularity due to its ability to promote weight loss by mimicking glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), says Dr Merrifield.

Our bodies naturally produce GLP-1 after we eat, which slows the emptying of the stomach, stops us eating more and stimulates insulin release from the pancreas. One of the main reasons Ozempic supports weight loss is because it reduces your appetite, she says.

Whats more, there are studies to support the impact of taking semaglutides on body weight, and no scientific backing supports the weight loss impact of rice water.

[Drinking rice water] might make you feel slightly more full than eating nothing and, of course, if you drink rice water and lime instead of eating a meal you will have a calorie deficit and over time likely lose weight. There is no other medical reason why this would help you lose weight, says Dr Merrifield.

For some people, trying a social media diet trend might feel like something fun to follow for a week or so, but trying out a trend that seems easy enough while also promising dramatic body changes can have serious implications especially for those who struggle with disordered eating.

Social media trends such as "rice-zempic" that encourage extreme weight loss are incredibly dangerous for people affected by eating disorders, says Tom Quinn, director of external affairs at Beat, an eating disorder charity.

These trends encourage a fixation on losing weight, which can motivate someone to engage in dangerous eating disorder behaviours like restricting or over-exercising. The pressure to lose weight can also trigger feelings of worthlessness and guilt, which can worsen harmful behaviours, says Quinn.

There are also the chemicals in rice to consider, adds Dr Merrifield. The reason we wash rice before we eat it is to remove toxic arsenic which is present at a high level in rice grains, she says.

There is a real risk that people who consume large amounts of rice water could be consuming harmful levels of arsenic.

Overall, there's no evidence to support a positive impact of rice-zempic on weight management, and the health professionals we contacted werent convinced either.

Dr Merrifield calls the diet nonsense, saying: I wouldnt even call this a diet. I would not recommend anyone drink this as a way to lose weight. Its not healthy, its not sustainable, and I very much doubt its tasty.

If you really want to lose weight and improve your health then please seek the support of qualified healthcare professionals or dieticians rather than wannabe social media sensations. I guarantee youll get better results and be ultimately healthier, she says.

Quinn adds: If anyone is struggling with harmful online trends like "rice-zempic", we'd encourage them to take a step back from social media, report this content and contact sources like Beat for support.

Beat would urge anyone struggling with an eating disorder not to make any changes to their diet without speaking to their GP and care team, he adds.

If youre worried about your own or someone elses health, you can contact Beat, the UKs eating disorder charity on 0808 801 0677 or beateatingdisorders.org.uk

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Millie Slater has been inclined to share the secrets of her shocking weight loss transformation.

The 20-year-old marketing executive from Northamptonshire, England, posted a TikTok earlier this month showing herself at 253 pounds in January 2023 before skipping forward to footage of a lean, mean 147-pound Slater just 12 months later.

Flexing her toned shoulders in a tube top, Slater credits consistency for helping her shed weight and shred her body. The clip has amassed 350,000 views, with commentators congratulating Slater, calling her an inspiration and clamoring for tips.

Sick of failing with fad diets, Slater joined a gym last year and began tracking her calorie intake, ensuring she was consuming enough protein and maintaining a deficit.

Regarding workouts, Slater reached her goals by combining weight training with incline walking.

She recently told Newsweek, I started doing incline walks on the treadmill and then got into weightlifting, which made the gym less boring. My training has varied a lot in the last year and a half, but I have continued to do incline walks as I have never been a runner.

Her incline inclination mirrors the 12-3-30 treadmill workout made famous by social media influencer Lauren Giraldo, who lost 30 pounds with the method.

The 12-3-30 premise is simple: set the treadmills incline to 12%, the pace to 3 miles an hour and walk for 30 minutes.

The workout is approachable for people like Slater and Giraldo, who do not consider themselves runners but want to feel the burn with a low-impact alternative.

Slater says: Id say finding a form of exercise you enjoy is so important. I used to believe that I couldnt run, so I had no chance. But simply walking more and being more active is all you need.

Indeed, astudy published in the Journal of Biomechanicsfound that participants burned 17% more calories at a 5% incline and 32% more calories at a 10% incline than they did walking on a flat surface.

HealthCentral reports that a 150-pound person doing the 12-3-30 will burn about 300 calories in 30 minutes.

Inclined walking also helps build the glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves and the benefits extend beyond the burn.

Dr. Robert Glatter, a board-certified emergency medicine physician, told The Post last year, Walking at a moderate to vigorous pace can improve memory, sleep, cognitive function and help control your weight.

Completing the 12-3-30 workout five times a week meetsgovernment guidelinesthat recommend adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity or at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity a week.

Slater maintains that her incline workouts have revolutionized her body and mind, telling Newsweek, I love how strong I feel, and its given me so much more confidence in myself!

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Slater encourages others who are beginning or who are in the middle of a weight loss journey to find an exercise they love and document their progress with pictures to stay motivated.

I never thought Id be able to lose weight, especially this much, she gushed to Newsweek. So I regularly have to remind myself of how far Ive come and remind myself to be proud.

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Angela Deem from 90 Day Fianc: Happily Ever After? has undergone a shocking facial transformation as she navigates her split from Michael Ilsenami. After struggling with obesity and facing a serious health scare a few years ago, Angela made the decision to prioritize her health and well-being. With the help of Dr. Michael K. Obeng in Los Angeles, she underwent bariatric surgery and is now on a journey to a healthier and happier life. Angela has lost over 100 pounds in the past four years and flaunts a slimmer physique.

When Angela underwent a weight loss procedure, she also chose to have other surgeries, including a breast reduction, to help her become the best version of herself. Although she is a controversial cast member, she was praised for her dedication and hard work in losing weight. Sadly, Angela's health took a turn for the worse after her recent breakup with Michael. Due to her rapid weight loss and heartbreak, she has started looking weak instead of healthy. There's some suggestion that Angela appears to be worryingly thin and almost malnourished.

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Angela appeared vibrant and healthy when she first featured on the 90 Day Fianc spin-off. However, after her breakup with Michael, her rapid weight loss has dimmed her natural glow.

In June 2024, Angela shared a video discussing her adventure in Canada. While she seemed cheerful, some couldn't help but notice how tired she looked. At 58, Angela's face appeared more wrinkled than usual, prompting concern from fans in the comments. One social media user even exclaimed, "omg wth did she do to her face."

Angela's cheeks were plump when she started losing weight in 2020, and she was beaming with happiness, even without makeup.

But Angela's recent post has shown a different story. Her once full face has lost volume, giving her a more sunken appearance. It appears Angela may have lost too much weight for her age and size. While her weight loss journey has positively impacted her life, her face now looks gaunt and frail. It might be a good idea for Angela to stop losing weight and incorporate essential fats into her diet to balance her facial features.

Losing a lot of weight can sometimes result in loose skin, mostly affecting areas like the chest, arms, legs, or abdomen. However, Angela's weight loss journey is unique compared to others. She has seen such a dramatic transformation that she now has loose skin on her face, including around her neck, cheeks, jaw, chin, and ears. Some of her videos show that her cheeks and chin have started to sag, which is affecting her natural beauty. People on the internet are concerned and are urging her to seek advice from a plastic surgeon.

Angela knows how her face has changed after weight loss, but she hasn't opted for a facelift. Instead, she uses photo filters to make herself look youthful and healthy.

In her latest Instagram post, Angela used heavy smoothing effects to eliminate any wrinkles and added artificial makeup to enhance her appearance. Unfortunately, Angela's followers aren't convinced by her filtered posts. One Instagram user kindly advised, "please dont put your hands in front of your face, totally see its a filter." Another user was a bit blunt, saying, "you gotta quit with the constant filters!!!!"

Angela Deem from the 90 Day Fianc franchise tries to improve her looks after being dumped by Michael Ilesanmi, but her beauty choices hold her back.

Angela is a popular public figure on Instagram with a massive following of 825k fans, and it's time for her to be supported, rather than criticized, on social media.

She's lost too much weight worrying about her husband, but now she can focus on improving herself. Maybe Angela could benefit from consulting with a nutritionist to focus on gaining some healthy weight. Perhaps she could also consider exploring facial procedures like a facelift to enhance her natural beauty and confidence. At 58 years young, the 90 Day Fianc: Happily Ever After? cast member deserves to feel beautiful and confident.

90 Day Fianc: Happily Ever After? season 8 airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EDT on TLC.

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90 Day Fianc: The Other Way star Statler Riley's social media pictures reveal her incredible physical transformation journey. The American woman debuted in 90 Day Fianc: Before the 90 Days. She pursued her British lover, Dempsey Wilkinson, who had been through a lot in her life. The season showed Statler visiting England and trying to impress Dempsey with her charm. However, Dempsey was more interested in taking things slow, which became a big problem for Statler. While the couple got intimate, they found it hard to connect on a deeper level. They just couldn't agree on having the same future together.

Dempsey had a dream of starting a family with Statler, hoping to have a baby together. However, this wasn't originally part of Statler's plan when they first got together. As time passed, Dempsey began to question where their relationship was headed. Despite her doubts, she continued to date Statler but had some reservations. Statler also felt unsure about the relationship. Currently, the couple is appearing on 90 Day Fianc: The Other Way season 6, where Statler is unsure about embarking on a van life with Dempsey and has concerns that she may be using them for financial gain.

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Statler's relationship with Dempsey may not be perfect, but her fitness journey is really impressive. She started her weight-loss journey in her 20s, wanting to shed some visible weight that bothered her. Statler shared a mirror selfie comparing herself from March 2017 to March 2018, showing how much she had toned up in just a year. Thanks to all her hard work, she was thrilled to fit into a pair of pink shorts that she couldn't wear before. Statler excitedly wrote, "now that I'm back to dieting after 2ish months...Bring it."

Statler underwent a big transformation over time due to idiopathic condylar resorption, which had a big impact on her jawline, making her face appear rounder and less symmetrical. This change made her almost unrecognizable and led to panic attacks and stomach issues. However, in 2022, Statler made the brave decision to undergo jaw replacement surgery. After the procedure, she felt grateful for taking this step towards a new chapter in her life. In her own words, she proudly said, "I'd like to thank myself honestly. I can look at all of this and say 'I got through that.'"

Statler looked curvaceous when she debuted in 90 Day Fianc: Before the 90 Days . While she was never overweight, her body and face had more volume.

Some of Statler's old photos show that size never really impacted her confidence. She seemed just as charismatic as ever when she tried to impress Dempsey. In September 2023, Statler posted a photo of herself from a film set. She wore a maroon top with black pants, matching her skin tone and hair color. She got dozens of positive comments about her looks. One Instagram user wrote, "yours amazing and your are beautiful!!!!!!!"

Statler didn't document her weight loss journey like other 90 Day Fianc franchise cast members. However, her social media posts suggest that she may have started dropping weight after she began traveling with Dempsey.

In early 2024, Statler posted a photo of herself looking more fit than ever. She wore a cozy white Rolling Stone top with shorts, showing off her toned arms and legs. The 90 Day Fianc franchise star titled her post, "each day I struggle, but I am baby stepping little by little," talking about how she's slowly overcoming her anxiety issues by pushing herself further.

Dempsey Wilkinson from the 90 Day Fianc franchise has lost over 20 pounds. In recent photos, her face has a leaner, more chiseled appearance.

Fans have started to notice a big change in Statler's appearance. Back in July, a Redditor @tinypepa posted a comparison photo of Statler, saying, "they filmed her much later after the season and she has lost weight." Other fans joined in the discussion, agreeing with the observation. Another Redditor mentioned, "she also looks tanner and like she lost some weight." Someone else commented, "she looks better and softer this season." It's great to see fans picking up on Statler's weight loss journey, even though she hasn't explicitly discussed it.

In February, Statler shared a stunning selfie with her onscreen partner, Dempsey. She was glowing, showing off her toned shoulders and sculpted features in the picture. Just like Dempsey, Statler's face appeared more elongated than before. It looks like these two ladies have been inspiring each other on their weight-loss journeys. The response to Statler's selfie was overwhelmingly positive, with fans complimenting her stunning new look and mentioning her incredible transformation. Some even said she outshined Dempsey after her weight loss.

Statler surprised her followers in March with a recent full-body photo where she proudly showed off her toned physique. She appeared more confident and radiant, sporting shorts and holding a paddle as she stood by her kayak, eager to hit the water. It seems like Statler has been staying active, and it's paying off as she continues to look more and more fit each month. In July, Statler even shared a mirror selfie on her Instagram Story, flexing her muscles and sharing that she had been getting back into her gym routine.

Despite the rumors of her breakup with Dempsey, Statler still has a strong fan base eagerly anticipating her next move. Therefore, she could appear on 90 Day: The Single Life, where the network has welcomed back other familiar faces who have gone through some major changes, like Tania Maduro and Debbie Johnson. Considering how much she has evolved recently, it would be great to see Statler return to reality TV. But for now, fans should tune in to 90 Day Fianc: The Other Way season 6 to find out what went wrong between Statler and Dempsey.

90 Day Fianc: The Other Way airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on TLC.

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Actor and comedian Lil Rel Howery is hitting the road to promote his new film, Harold and the Purple Crayon, which hits theaters on Aug. 2. Although the film is based on a wildly popular childrens book, its Howerys new look that has social media buzzing.

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On July 23, the 44-year-old Get Out star dropped a post with a slimmed-down pic of himself at a screening of the film on Instagram. In yet another case of the internet doing what it does, severalcommenters doubted Howerys ability to lose weight without popular semaglutides like Ozempic.

His post saw responses including,Why cant people tell the truth on how they lost weight? and O o o Ozempic!!!!!!!!!!!!! You aint fooling no one. Celebrities including Sheryl Underwood, Tracy Morgan and Charles Barkley have been open about using Ozempic and other drugs to help them shed their unwanted weight.

But Rels seemingly heartfelt and sincere caption under the post should serve to shut down the haters.

This is my own appreciation post for myself. Ive worked really hard on myself the last 5 years physically, mentally, spiritually, professionally and personally, he captioned the post.

Rel wrote that his new bod is the result of changes to his diet and fitness routine and even gives followers a peek at his workout.

Im so proud of myself. This is the best Ive ever felt and looked in my whole life. Honestly. To stop drinking, eating better, working out almost every single day, writing, building a closer relationship with God, therapy and honestly accountability has taken my life to the next level of pure happiness, he wrote.

Rels post received plenty of praise from some famous followers.

Tina Knowles wrote, Yes Rel you look amazing handsome! Fit! And Happy! So happy and proud of you. You changed your whole life and are healthy happy. and have a great woman by your side doesnt get better than that.

The Chi creator Lena Waithe wrote, I SEE YOU, and actress/comedian Wanda Sykes, shared, Looking great Rel!

Rel added some inspirational words for others looking to get on a path to losing weight.

Whatever you do please do for yourself and if you can dont take the short cut really put the work in this is a whole just straight hard work nothing else and thats the honest to God Truth. Let me be an example of truly putting the work in, he wrote.

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Now, research highlights a discovery that could pave the way for a new class of weight loss medicationsand its linked to how your body responds to exercise. Heres what the study discovered, plus what it could mean for the future of drugs like Ozempic.

Meet the expert: Mir Ali, MD, a bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California.

The study, which was published in June in the journal Molecular Metabolism, analyzed mouse and human models to explore how the protein PGC-1 impacts exercise and its effects on the body. In case you're not familiar with it (and why would you be?), PGC-1 is a protein that is involved in several processes in the body, including thermogenesis. Thermogenesis works to help your body efficiently consume energy in your muscles.

When you work out, more PGC-1 is expressed in your muscles and more energy is burned. But people who lose weight slowly when they do regular physical activity may be missing variants of PGC-1 that regulate the bodys metabolism and response to short-term exercise.

By targeting this protein, scientists think they can essentially help to rev up your metabolism. The researchers concluded in the study that increasing how much PGC-1 is expressed is pivotal for burning more energy and essential for regulating metabolism.

At this point, its hard to say. The scientists just discovered that it could be helpful to target this protein for weight loss, but the details and kinks of this havent been worked out just yet.

But it's possible that people who already burn fat efficiently with the help of exercise wouldnt be helped by a medication that targets PGC-1, says Mir Ali, MD, a bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California. Still, it's super early on in the process, making it tough to determine for sure.

Its not clear at this point. Again, this is in very early stages and theres a lot that still needs to be explored. However, there is a chance that this could lead to a new class of weight loss drugs, giving people with overweight and obesity more options, Ali says.

Right now, Ali sees this as a potential additional tool to help with weight loss versus the only tool someone would use.

The majority of weight loss is because of diet, he says. Exercise has a number of benefits, including enhanced weight loss, and it can improve cardiovascular health.

If theres a medication that could enhance how well you burn fat through exercise, that would be an additional tool to use, Ali says. But, he adds, were a long way from that.

Korin Miller is a freelance writer specializing in general wellness, sexual health and relationships, and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Mens Health, Womens Health, Self, Glamour, and more. She has a masters degree from American University, lives by the beach, and hopes to own a teacup pig and taco truck one day.

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The founder of 'Blue Zones' Dan Buettner has shared ten ingredients that could help you "live longer, lose weight and feel better".

The National Geographic fellow and author, 64, recently took to his Instagram platform to explain the benefits of the "purest form of the Meditteranean diet".

In recent years, Buettner has become well known for his studies into the world's "Blue Zones" - areas of our planet where people typically lead longer lives.

The explorer and educator researches every possible aspect of these regions from diets and exercise to the impact of religion and our relationships.

One of these zones is the Greek island of Icaria (or Ikaria) in the Aegean Sea.

Speaking to his followers in front of a table filled with popular Icarian ingredients, Buettner explained that the ten foods "represent a thousand years of culinary genius."

"This is the traditional Icarian diet, most of the ingredients have been around for 60, 70, 100 years."

"You can take every one of these ingredients in every one of these dishes and trace it back to the evidence showing why it helps you live longer, and lose weight and feel better."

The author also praises how inexpensive the ingredients are as well and that you can eat them your whole life.

So, what are these ingredients? Let's take a look.

Buettner starts with one of his most recommended foods - beans.

In his social media post be explains that beans particularly chickpeas and black-eyed peas, are eaten like a snack or added to soups and stews.

Buettner admits that chickpeas maybe high in fat butnearly all of it is unsaturated.

The second food found in the Icarian diet that Buettner suggests adding to our own is Fennel.

From bulb to seeds, the explorer says that Fennel"is packed with nutrients, including calcium, iron, manganese, and potassium".

Icarians use it in their cooking as well as in herbal teas.

Buettner also suggests adding wild greens into our routines through the likes ofpurslane, dandelion, and arugula.

The expert explains that they area "great source of minerals as well as carotenoids"

Carotenoids are the colourful pigments the body converts to vitamin A.

Lemons are also eaten whole - the skin and all - in Icaria.

The lemonpeel may have a beneficial impact on blood glucose which helpsto control or prevent diabetes.

Buettner also pointed his followers towards olive oil which he says Ikarians eat at least four tablespoons worth a day.

The explorer notes that olive oilmay protect against heart disease before adding thatits also why one study suggests Ikarians have a 50%lower mortality rate.

Other ingredients in the Icarian diet with longevity benefits include the herbs Oregano, Rosemary andSage.

Buettner explained: "Oregano is one of the many herbs used in Icarian cooking. Its rich in antioxidants and compounds proved to help fight bacteria".

Talking about Sage, the expert says having the herb in their diets "could beone of the reasons Ikarians have lower rates of Alzheimers and dementia".

Sage is also said to have propertiesthat help strengthen bones.

Meanwhile, Rosemary isshown to improve digestion and enhance memory and isused quite often in herbal teas throughout Ikaria.

Additionally, Buettner says that potatoesare eaten daily in Icaria.

This isn't the case in other Mediterranean diets.

However, the explorer points to studies that suggest potatoes can reduce blood pressure, fight diabetes, and prevent inflammation.

Lastly, Buettner concludes by recommending honey since the islanders use it "to treateverything from colds to wounds".

He added: "Besides stirring it into coffee, older Ikarians also take a spoonful in the morning and before dinner".

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Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy (semaglutide), and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are medications that can help lower blood sugar in people with diabetes or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). All three medications belong to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, concisely known as GLP-1s.

While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has only approved Wegovy as a weight loss drug, other GLP-1s offer possible weight loss benefits.

In your body, the GLP-1 hormone helps release insulina hormone that helps move glucose (sugar) from the blood into other areas of the body, where it can be used for energy. GLP-1 also helps to regulate the amount of glucose the liver makes by decreasing glucagon (a hormone your pancreas makes).

In people who are overweight or obese, the amount of GLP-1 hormone in the body is lower than usual. Therefore, providing the body with more GLP-1 may help you lose excess weight, if necessary. GLP-1 agonist medications are thought to help with weight loss in the following ways:

One study found that the average weight loss difference between people who received GLP-1s and those who received a placebo drug was 4% to 6.5% in people with type 2 diabetes and 6.1% to 17.4% in people without diabetes. Another study involving people with type 2 diabetes and obesity found that one-third of people in the study lost over 5% of their starting body weight after 72 weeks.

While Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy are all GLP-1 agonists, Mounjaro is also considered a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) agonist. The GIP hormones work similarly to the GLP-1 hormone, helping to regulate the amount of insulin in the body and making you feel fuller quicker.

Which of these medications is best for weight loss?

Ozempic (semaglutide) is FDA-approved to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This medication can also help lower the risk of cardiovascular events like stroke or heart attack in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Ozempic is a once-a-week injection that starts at 0.25 milligrams (mg) and can be further increased by 0.5 mg every four weeks until you reach 2 mg doses.

Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss, though it may be prescribed by a healthcare provider off-label to help with weight loss. Off-label use means a medication is prescribed for a purpose other than what it is FDA-approved for, which is common in healthcare.

Ozempic contains the active ingredient semaglutide. Many researchers have utilized the 2.4 mg dosing of semaglutide for maximum weight loss benefits. However, the maximum recommended dose for Ozempic is 2 mg. Though this may be lower than the doses often studied, it is believed that Ozempic would still aid in weight management at 2 mg.

Wegovy (semaglutide) is FDA-approved to lower the risk of cardiovascular events like stroke or heart attack in people with obesity and underlying heart disease. Wegovy is also FDA-approved to help with weight loss in adults and children over 12 years old who are living with obesity.

The recommended starting dosage for Wegovy is 0.25 mg once a week. The dose can be increased every four weeks until the maximum dosage of 2.4 mg is reached.

Numerous studies have found that Wegovy supports weight loss, specifically when given at a higher dose of 2.4 mg once a week. These studies (called the STEP Trials) found that Wegovy led to significantly more weight loss (16% weight change) over 68 weeks compared to people taking a placebo drug (5.7% weight change).

Over two years, the average change in weight loss was 15.2% in those who received Wegovy versus 2.6% in people who received a placebo.

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is FDA-approved to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Unlike Ozempic and Wegovy, Mounjaro works as both a GLP-1 and GIP agonist. Though not FDA-approved for weight loss, Mounjaro has been shown to help with weight loss in people with obesity.

The recommended starting dosage for Mounjaro is 2.5 mg once a week. After four weeks, the dose can be increased by 2.5 mg as needed. The maximum dosage is 15 mg once a week.

Mounjaro has been studied in people with type 2 diabetes in a group of studies called the SURPASS trials. One study (SURPASS-2) specifically compared Mounjaro 5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg to low-dose semaglutide (1 mg) in people with type 2 diabetes.

The following chart shows the average loss in body weight with Mounjaro after 40 weeks. Measurements are abbreviated as milligrams (mg), pounds (lbs), and kilograms (kgs).

When these dosages were compared to 1 mg of semaglutide, people using semaglutide lost an average of 12.6 pounds or 5.7 kilograms after 40 weeks. However, it's important to note that a 1 mg dose of semaglutide is lower than the recommended 2.4 mg dose for weight loss.

The average weight loss over 40 weeks in the SURPASS-5 study was slightly different from the findings in the SURPASS-2 study. Those on Mounjaro lost an average of 11.9 lbs (5.4 kgs) with a 5 mg dose, 16.5 lbs (7.5 kgs) with a 10 mg dose, and 19.4 lbs (8.8 kgs) with a 15 mg dose. People who took a placebo drug gained an average of 3.5 lbs (1.6 kgs).

Before you start taking medications, it's important to be aware of any possible side effects. While taking GLP-1s, you may experience the following:

While less common, more serious side effects of GLP-1s include:

Talk to your healthcare provider about your options if you're interested in GLP-1s to aid your weight loss journey. Your provider can help determine which GLP-1 medication would be best for you based on your medical history and treatment goals.

For example, Ozempic may be a better option if you have type 2 diabetes and heart disease. However, Wegovy may be better if you live with obesity. It's also important to factor in the cost of the GLP-1 medications for weight loss, as some may be covered by insurance, while others may not be.

Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are GLP-1 medications that can help lower blood sugar in people with diabetes or hyperglycemia. These medications have become popular due to their potential weight loss benefits.

While Wegovy is the only medication FDA-approved for weight loss, all three medications can help you manage your weight. If you're interested in learning more about these medications, talk with your healthcare provider to see if you are a candidate to take these medications.

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Eli Lilly (LLY) and Novo Nordisk (NVO) shares lost ground, while shares of drugmaker Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) soared in intraday trading Thursday after the company reported advances in trials of its weight-loss drugs that could challenge the dominance of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Eli Lilly's Mounjaro.

Viking Therapeutics said in its second-quarter earnings report Wednesday that the injectable and oral versions of its weight-loss drugs are expected to progress to further stages of trials in the second half of the year.

The latest phase 2 study for the injectable version of Viking's weight-loss drug showed some patients lost up to 15% of their baseline body weight over the course of a 13-week treatment period, Viking said. The company also said it expects to schedule a meeting with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about the study later this year, and organize a phase 3 trial following the meeting.

In a phase 1 trial for the oral version of the drug, patients lost up to just over 5% of their baseline body weight over a 28-day course of daily doses. Viking said it plans to schedule a phase 2 test for the oral version later this year.

The news sent shares of Viking up over 33% to $67.46 as of 1 p.m. ET Thursday, in the stock's latest boost from weight-loss drugs. The stock more than doubled in a single day in February following the results of a previous trial, and rose nearly 17% in one session in March after Viking disclosed the results of the first oral drug trial. Shares of Viking have more than tripled in value since the start of the year.

Meanwhile, while shares of competing weight-loss drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk fell Thursday. Surging demand for weight-loss drugs like Eli Lilly's Mounjaro and Novo Nordisk's Wegovy has boosted both the revenue and stock prices of the companies in recent quarters, with both working to increase production to be able to meet the demand.

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Research on the gut microbiome has triggered a 'revolution' in nutritional science, and in the last few years, dietary fiber has become the "new protein" added to foods in abundance to feed our gut and boost our health.

A recent study on mice, however, suggests not all fiber supplements are equally beneficial.

A form that is readily found in oats and barley, called beta-glucan, can control blood sugar and assist in weight loss among mice fed a high-fat diet.

Researchers at the University of Arizona (UA) and the University of Vienna say it is the only type of fiber supplement they tested that decreased a mouse's fat content and body weight within 18 weeks.

The other fibers considered, including wheat dextrin, pectin, resistant starch, and cellulose, had no such effect, despite shifting the makeup of the mouse microbiome significantly compared to mice fed no fiber supplements.

"We know that fiber is important and beneficial; the problem is that there are so many different types of fiber," explains biomedical scientist Frank Duca from UA.

"We wanted to know what kind of fiber would be most beneficial for weight loss and improvements in glucose homeostasis so that we can inform the community, the consumer, and then also inform the agricultural industry."

Dietary fibers are the main source of energy for bacteria living in our guts, and yet less than 5 percent of people in the US consume the recommended 2530 grams (0.91 ounce) of fiber a day.

To make up for this, fiber supplements and 'invisible fiber'-infused foods are growing in popularity. But fibers are extremely diverse, so which do we choose?

Some fibers, like oat beta-glucans and wheat dextrin, are water-soluble, meaning they are easily fermented by gut bacteria. Others, like cellulose and resistant starch, are less soluble or insoluble, meaning they stick to other materials to form stool.

Until now, writes biomedical scientist Elizabeth Howard from UA and her colleagues, "there is no study that has investigated the role of various fibers in one cohort."

To make up for this, the current study tested several forms of fiber in one cohort of mice. Only beta-glucan was found to increase the number of Ileibacterium found in the mouse intestine. Other studies on mice have linked this bacterium to weight loss.

Sure enough, long before the 10-week marker, mice fed beta-glucan showed reduced body weight and body fat content compared to mice fed other forms of fiber.

The findings align with another recent study by Duca, which fed barley flour, rich in beta-glucan, to rodents. Even though the rats continued eating just as much of their high-fat diet as before, their energy expenditure increased and they lost weight anyway.

A similar outcome was observed in mice fed beta-glucan in the new study. These animals also showed increased concentrations of butyrate in their guts, which is a metabolite made when microbes break down fiber.

Butyrate induces the release of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which is the natural protein that synthetic drugs like Ozempic mimic to stimulate insulin release.

"Part of the benefits of consuming dietary fiber is through the release of GLP-1 and other gut peptides that regulate appetite and body weight," explains Duca.

"However, we don't think that's all of the effect. We think that there are other beneficial things that butyrate could be doing that are not gut peptide related, such as improving gut barrier health and targeting peripheral organs like the liver."

Far more research is needed before these results can be extended to humans, but the findings suggest that some fibers may be better suited to weight loss and insulin control than others.

The study was published in the Journal of Nutrition.

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