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Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi... by EasyMark on Friday May 03, 2024 @12:24AM (#40244022)
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.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi... by s1artibartfast on Friday May 03, 2024 @01:18AM (#40244318)
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 (#40252062)
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 (#40255069)
re-read the post.
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi... by vocram on Friday May 03, 2024 @01:29AM (#40244378)
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 (#40244428)
As I understand, ozempic only helps you lose up to 15% of your body weight. Most overweight people are much more than 15% overweight!
Re:Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbi... by pepa65 on Saturday May 04, 2024 @05:19AM (#40256136)
Well, then once you've lost 15%, just start again..!