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.