Experts warn Ozempic is not a lasting weight loss fix

9 articles · Updated · EWN · May 4

South African wellness coach Juanita Khumalo said semaglutide can curb appetite and aid obesity treatment, but many users regain weight after stopping it.
She said the diabetes drug should complement balanced eating, exercise, strength training, sleep and stress management, not replace them, while doctors should supervise use because of side-effect risks.
Experts also warned against buying Ozempic off-market without a prescription, saying unregulated products may be dangerous as demand for the drug rises beyond diabetes care.

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