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Wegovy and Ozempic have exploded in popularity as weight loss wonder drugs thanks to celebrity endorsements and promising results. But are these injectable diabetes medications safe and effective for long-term weight management? On today's show, Dr. Josh Axe explores the craze surrounding Wegovy and Ozempic. He'll discuss how they work, why sales have skyrocketed, and the potential side effects that have many healthcare professionals concerned.\n\nYou'll learn:\n\nWhat are Wegovy and Ozempic, and how do they promote weight loss?\n\nWhy celebrities like Elon Musk are using these diabetes drugs off-label for slimming down\n\nHow supply shortages and massive sales projections signal issues ahead\n\nThe alarming gastrointestinal side effects, facial aging, and muscle mass changes being reported\n\nHow Wegovy compares safety-wise to other weight loss medications\n\n\nJoin Dr. Josh Axe as he delves into the hype and controversy surrounding these potentially dangerous new diet drugs. He'll reveal the startling truth about one shocking side effect that could have disastrous consequences for your health if you use these medications.\n\n\nWant more of The Growth Lab with Dr. Josh Axe? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.\n\nFollow Dr. Josh Axe\nInstagram\nTwitter\nFacebook\nTik-Tok\nFollow Leaders\nInstagram\nTwitter\nFacebook\nEmail Newsletter\n\n\n------\xa0\nLinks:\xa0\n\n\nhttps://www.newscientist.com/article/2396297-wegovy-and-ozempic-ingredient-linked-to-rare-stomach-paralysis-cases/#:~:text=People%20prescribed%20semaglutide%20%E2%80%93%20the%20active,gastrointestinal%20conditions%2C%20including%20stomach%20paralysis\n\nhttps://globalnews.ca/news/10006543/ozempic-stomach-paralysis-ubc-study/\n\nhttps://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-new-drug-treatment-chronic-weight-management-first-2014\n\nhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/ariannajohnson/2023/02/01/ozempic-face-explained-why-it-happens-and-how-to-fix-it/?sh=7f4193cd22c3\n\nhttps://www.health.com/ozempic-butt-and-face-7506800\n\nhttps://www.wegovy.com/about-wegovy/how-does-wegovy-work.html