2623: Semaglutide Weight Loss Drugs Pros & Cons (Ozempic vs. Wegovy)

April 12, 2023

2623: Semaglutide Weight Loss Drugs Pros & Cons (Ozempic vs. Wegovy)

April 12, 2023

WW: Semaglutide Weight Loss Drugs Pros & Cons (Ozempic vs. Wegovy)

I have said it before, but there is no magical pill…

There is a new class of pharmaceutical drugs that have been getting a lot of attention lately due to their ability to get results in terms of weight loss – but at what cost?

Today, I want to give you an unbiased look at how these drugs are being used, their actual effectiveness, and the risks associated with them…

So join me on today’s #CabralConcept 2623 where I go over what semaglutide weight loss drugs (Ozempic vs. Wegovy) are and discuss the pros & cons – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Semaglutide

Semaglutide is a class of drugs that are insulin mimetics. This type of drug tells the body to produce the proper amount of insulin from the pancreas and shuttles glucose out of the bloodstream and into muscles, liver, or fat stores.

2. Pros

The research shows that this class of drugs is effective in helping with weight loss. Study participants can loss up to 20% of their body weight over time. Many people lose about 1 lb. per week.

3. Cons

Semaglutide has been associated with tumors, cancer of the thyroid, inflammation of the pancreas, drops in blood sugar, kidney failure, and more. Additionally, weight loss from this drug is largely coming from loss of muscle which will drastically affect your metabolism.