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Miracle Weight Loss Drug?

The Pros and Cons of Wegovy

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Feb 01, 2022
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In June 2021 the FDA approved a new drug specifically for weight loss. This was done in the wake of skyrocketing obesity rates. According to the CDC, the total percentage of adults who are obese (BMI 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) is 73.6%.

By comparison, that number was 45% in 1960, with 32% being overweight and 13% obese.

Despite the popular narrative…

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