Ozempic: Holy Grail of Weight Loss Drugs? Experts Discuss | Dr. Osborn



Ozempic: Holy Grail of Weight Loss Drugs? Experts Discuss | Dr. Osborn

Join Dr. Brett Osborn, longevity medicine expert and neurosurgeon, in a candid discussion with James Grage about the weight loss drug Ozempic. They discuss the mechanics, benefits and ethical considerations in treating obesity and type 2 diabetes.

- Explore the functions of incretins like Ozempic and how they induce satiety to aid in weight management.
- Understand the differences in half-lives between various related medications and their impact on dosing frequency.
- Discover who could benefit from these medications and the potential for easing the weight loss journey.
- Examine the common side effects and more serious, but rarer, risks associated with these medications.
- Consider the ethical and personal perspectives on using these drugs in the broader context of societal health challenges and personal accountability.