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Meet the teens who lost weight with drugs like Ozempic

3Apr

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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. However, it's importan...

Study says Chocolate may help weight loss, prevent Alzheimer’s

Research indicates that chocolate might assist in weight loss and Alzheimer's prevention, thanks to a chemical compound known as theobromine, according to a study. Theobromine, a natural compound found in cocoa beans, is the star player in chocolate's health benefits. This compound is anti-inflammatory, rich in antioxidants, and shows potential in protecting the brain from Alzheimer’s disease. Theobromine's health benefits extend beyond brain protection. It also shows potential in improving memory, enhancing cognitive function, and countering the effects of high cholesterol levels on cognition. "Theobromine has demonstrated neuroprotective properties, the ability to prevent neuronal damage, and enhancements in motor memory and cognitive regulatory functions" - Study authors It may ...

Australian girl, 23, lost 50 pounds with the help of Pilates and Easy Eating

Chloe Boullé has transformed her life, losing four dress sizes and 50 pounds. Her secret? A combination of Pilates, intuitive eating, and a healthy mindset. Chloe Boullé, a 23-year-old Australian, found herself grappling with weight gain and binge eating during her teenage years. Her first job at a bakery introduced her to a world of pastries and pies, leading to an unhealthy increase in her weight. She grew from a size 16, weighing 194 pounds, by the age of 15. “I didn’t understand what was happening. I didn’t have much desire to look good.” The young content creator and part-time childcare support worker had a challenging relationship with food, which she attributes to her upbringing in a single-parent household where food was often scarce. Binge eating quickly became a part of B...