Online misinformation about Ozempic runs rampant — here's what the science says
Online conversations about Ozempic and similar medications are full of misinformation — and echo decades of flawed teachings on weight management.
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'Today' host Al Roker says he doesn't judge anyone who uses Ozempic to lose weight
The "Today" host underwent gastric bypass surgery in 2002 to help him lose weight.
A woman who lost 75 pounds shares the 3 biggest lessons she learned about losing weight and keeping it off
Alaias Bertrand says fad diets made her obsess about food and feel like a failure. Things changed when she focused on her health over her appearance.
I always keep these 7 high-protein foods in my kitchen. They make it easy to follow my '4/5' rule, which helped me lose 35 pounds.
The 4/5 rule is a simple way to eat enough protein without tracking macros and calories.
I was a fitness influencer with 1 million Instagram followers. I made a career U-turn after I realized my content was damaging myself and others.
Madalin Giorgetta would get 60,000 likes on a bikini photo as a fitness influencer. She retrained as a nutritionist and is now thrilled to get 500 likes on a food-science graphic.
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A woman lost 75 pounds and kept them off. She made 2 simple changes while still enjoying her favorite foods.
Alaias Bertrand tried to lose weight with restrictive diets, but sustainable weight loss came when she started prioritizing her health over her appearance.
I hit my protein target without tracking food using my simple '4/5' rule. It's helped me maintain my 35-pound weight loss for 6 years and build muscle.
The fitness reporter Rachel Hosie eats a high-protein diet with minimal effort, thanks to her "4/5" rule.
I weighed 325 pounds at my heaviest. I lost almost half my weight by cutting down portions and moving more.
Stephen McKenna was at his heaviest when he weighed 325 pounds. His wake up call to lose weight was when a doctor suggested a gastric bypass.
A woman lost 40 pounds by quitting strict diets that made her miserable. She started by visualizing 3 healthy habits her ideal self would keep.
Mae Suzuki applied the technique of visualization, used by business titans such as Steve Jobs, to lose 40 pounds and keep it off.
2 simple diet tips helped a 41-year-old office worker transform his body in the gym
A man in his 40s said cleaning up his diet instead of guessing on calories and protein helped him see results in the gym with more defined muscle.
'Former vegan' Lizzo has been losing weight without Ozempic. Her personal trainer shared her workout routine.
Lizzo said quitting veganism helped her lose weight and feel more energetic. Her personal trainer told Business Insider she hasn't considered taking Ozempic.
A woman who lost 159 pounds shared how her diet changed before and after
Maria Kirkeland made changes to her diet slowly, such as gradually swapping fries for potatoes (but not always).
To burn fat and improve blood sugar, try intermittent fasting, a new study says
A new study offers even more evidence that intermittent fasting may help with fat-burning and blood sugar control by helping people eat less.
James Corden says he tried taking Ozempic to lose weight, but 'it didn't really work.' Here's why it isn't for everyone.
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have become household names in recent years. But here's why they may not work for everyone.
A doctor shares how his patients are trying to afford weight-loss drugs — and what happens if they can't
Drug companies are under fire for the high cost of Ozempic and simlar meds. A doctor said patients who can't afford it may get riskier online versions.
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Weight-loss drugs are life-changing — and expensive. Here's one woman's solution.
A woman who started taking a popular weight loss medication through a clinical trial had to look for alternatives when her insurance wouldn't cover it.
A woman who lost 159 pounds shared the biggest lesson she learned about losing weight and keeping it off
Maria Kirkeland lost weight over a two-year period, and while she never felt hungry, she certainly didn't feel motivated all the time.
A 70-year-old lost 70 pounds and got into weightlifting. She shares 4 tips for getting fit no matter your age.
Fast-forward eight years, and Joan MacDonald is a 78-year-old fitness influencer with 1.9 million followers who can hip thrust 235 pounds.
Fast food giants are jumping into the Ozempic game with tiny protein pizzas for people on weight-loss drugs
The world's biggest food company is targeting Ozempic users with small, protein-packed meals for under $5.
A woman lost 190 pounds from exercise, food journaling, and GLP-1 medication. She's now training for a marathon.
Jennifer Brown lost weight from walking every day and food journaling. It motivated her to start running a mile every day.