An interview with Dr. Ben Bikman, on how Insulin resistance silently shapes the trajectory of nearly every major chronic disease, yet it's often overlooked until blood sugar abnormalities become obvious.
Topic
Ozempic
GLP-1 Medication for Weight Loss and Diabetes
Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication that mimics GLP-1, a natural gut hormone that reduces appetite and helps control blood sugar. Originally developed for type 2 diabetes, it became popular for its dramatic weight loss effects—averaging 15% of body weight. However, it requires lifelong use to maintain results, commonly causes nausea and digestive issues, and comes with concerns about muscle loss. Many find that dietary changes addressing insulin resistance offer similar benefits without medication, side effects, or high costs. For others, Ozempic can be helpful, especially combined with lifestyle changes.