GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy (NVO) might help with weight loss, but they aren’t leading to lower health care costs yet, according to a new analysis of U.S. health insurance claims.

As the popularity of GLP-1 meds like Wegovy and Zepbound grows, fewer Americans are turning to weight-loss surgeries to trim their waistlines, a new report finds.

Some fibers, like oat beta-glucans and wheat dextrin, are water- soluble, meaning they are easily fermented by gut bacteria. Others, like cellulose and resistant starch, are less soluble or insoluble, meaning they stick to other materials to form stool.

Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs show promise not only in managing obesity and diabetes but also in reducing Alzheimer's risk. A study published in Alzheimer's & Dementia reveals semaglutide lowers the risk of Alzheimer's by 70% compared to insulin in Type 2 diabetes patients,

A recent study found significant reductions in opioid overdose and alcohol misuse among people taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic.

While Ozempic’s weight loss benefits are widely touted, the conversation is increasingly shifting toward its side effects. Commonly reported issues include: nausea, constipation and “Ozempic face,” a condition where rapid weight loss leads to a gaunt appearance.

A study suggests that weight loss medications like Ozempic may help reduce the risk of overdose and alcohol intoxication in people with substance use disorders.

What health experts think of the growing Ozempic “microdosing” trend that claims taking very small doses of GLP-1 drugs can still help people lose weight with fewer side effects at a lower cost.

For the first time in a decade, the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association issued new recommendations for preventing strokes.

FDA approval: Ozempic is FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is FDA-approved for weight loss. Cost: Ozempic is typically more affordable than Wegovy. At the time of publishing, the list price for Ozempic was $968.52 per month, whereas the list price for Wegovy was $1,349.02 per month. List prices are the price set by the manufacturer.