Meet the teens who lost weight with drugs like Ozempic
Demi, a 16-year-old from Michigan, found herself in a challenging situation. Despite being an active participant in high school sports, her weight refused to budge. The continuous bullying and struggle with body image led her down a path of depression. Desperate for a solution, she turned to a new ally - weight-loss drugs.
"I'd look in the mirror and cry,” Demi confessed. "I truly hated my body."
In March 2023, Demi discovered a potential solution to her weight problems - a diabetes medication called semaglutide. Approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for young individuals aged 12 and above, semaglutide is an active ingredient in both Wegovy and Ozempic. These drugs, traditionally used for Type 2 diabetes, have shown promising results in weight loss.
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