Ozempic: The Swiss Army Knife of Weight Loss Drugs
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One in ten Americans is now casually poking themselves with GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro ā not just to ditch carbs, but to fight heart disease, dementia, and even addiction. Experts warn, 'We are entering the Ozempic era,' but also caution about unknown 20- or 30-year effects. While some claim these meds zap junk food cravingsāhello, baked beans obsession!āothers wonder if suppressing desire might turn us into 'emotionless robots.' GLP-1s are the pharmaceutical equivalent of a Gila monster's secret weapon, solving everything but how to explain to your hipster barista why you're craving tomatoes over triple lattes.
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Source: Vox | Published: 7/28/2025 | Author: Dylan Scott
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