Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by EasyMark on Friday May 03, 2024 @12:24AM
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I would suggest that in the next 5 years or so if ozempic and others don't turn out to be cancer causing or have more than awful side effects that we'll see a large drop in obesity, as obesity isn't an easy thing to change. Likely other competitors will come along and use a similar mechanism and Novo won't be able to charge $1000 a month for it any longer allowing 80-85% of those who are overweight to give it a shot.
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Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by s1artibartfast on Friday May 03, 2024 @01:18AM
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I think it will be very interesting to see how it plays out and has a lot of positive potential.
I don't think it is very sustainable to have 50% of the population on a biologic medication to help self control, but hopefully it will help individuals and societies change norms.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by thefz on Friday May 03, 2024 @04:32PM
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Having to take a medicine every day for the rest of your life instead of just not stuffing your face is positive potential for you? Jesus Christ.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by s1artibartfast on Saturday May 04, 2024 @01:17AM
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re-read the post.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by vocram on Friday May 03, 2024 @01:29AM
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Paradoxically, lowering your weight artificially may be causing more damage than good because of the muscle loss.
Being fit is not just about low fat. It requires a similar discipline required to control what you eat.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi...
by throwaway2037 on Friday May 03, 2024 @01:36AM
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As I understand, ozempic only helps you lose up to 15% of your body weight. Most overweight people are much more than 15% overweight!