They’re sweeping the country — and raising questions in the locker room. At least one in eight American adults say they’ve used a GLP-1 drug such as Ozempic or Wegovy to lose weight or manage a chronic health condition, a stunning rise in just a few years. And while top athletes may seem unlikely candidates … Read more
Among those taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss, exercise rates are decreasing, according to new research. The study, set to be presented at ENDO 2026 (the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting) in Chicago this week, found that adults with obesity who lost weight with a GLP-1, such as Ozempic or Wegovy, “significantly reduced” their physical activity. In an Endocrine … Read more
Taking a shot at crime? GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro could be helping people make better choices — and not just with their food. A new study published today in the journal Criminology suggests these medications can actually make people less likely to act violently. Photographee.eu – stock.adobe.com Though GLP-1 agonists are prescribed to … Read more
Anti-fat jabs are throwing fashion a new curve. A staggering $5 billion in clothing inventory is at risk of going to waste thanks to fashionistas melting away their waists on GLP-1 drugs, per alarming new reports. As the A-list likes of singer Meghan Trainor and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Brooks Nader lead the charge in getting lean via Type 2 … Read more
Uncontrollable vomiting. Seizures. Throwing up blood. These are some of the horrifying symptoms people have reported after overdosing on GLP-1 drugs. Though the drugs have been around since 2005 to manage diabetes, they exploded in use after 2021, when Wegovy was approved by the FDA to treat obesity. Since then, GLP-1 use has quadrupled to … Read more
Millions of Medicare patients will be eligible for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy at a cut-rate $50 per month under an upcoming government program. Up to 14 million Medicare recipients are overweight and could qualify for the discounted drug program — known as the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge — which rolls out July 1 … Read more
GLP-1s seem to be fertile ground for a variety of health benefits. Recently, research has suggested the weight loss drugs might also help reduce risk of dementia and depression, help with ADHD symptoms and even reduce risks of breast cancer. Now, new findings suggest GLP-1s — popularly sold under brand names like Ozempic and Mounjaro … Read more
You may yet be able to lean out without losing out, as a new drug could save GLP-1 users from the flat fate of “Ozempic butt.” A symptom of rapid weight loss, Ozempic butt is characterized by a sudden loss of volume and muscle in key areas, leaving users looking and feeling deflated. And Americans … Read more
From shedding pounds and treating sleep apnea to lowering the risk of heart attacks, GLP-1s have rapidly evolved beyond their original purpose of treating Type 2 diabetes. Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are now being studied for a growing list of possible benefits, with early research pointing to possible effects on substance use disorders, neurodegenerative … Read more
Ear we go again. In yet another plastic surgery trend sparked by GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, patients who have dropped the pounds are now longing to plump up their sagging lobes — which, according to plastic surgeons, is a fast and easy way to give ears back their “youthful” appearance. “It seems so random, but … Read more
They’re slimming their frames in Jesus’ name. For the A-list likes of Oprah Winfrey and Andy Cohen, Ozempic and other anti-obesity shots have hit the spot. For controversial “Almond Moms” like supermodel-turned-reality TV star Yolanda Hadid, eating just a few nuts a day is the way. But unlike the VIPs and their thin-by-any-means schemes, Kayla Bundy, … Read more
Costco shoppers aren’t sweating high prices. They’re sweating in home saunas. Inflation, international warfare and sociopolitical in-fighting across the US, apparently, cannot hold a candle to self-indulgence as sales on personal care products such as perfume, jewelry, saunas, makeup and massage chairs recently skyrocketed amid the economic crisis, per Costco Chief Financial Officer, Gary Millerchip. … Read more
GLP-1 drugs aren’t just reducing weight — they may also be reducing the chances of developing one of the most common and deadliest cancers for women. Blockbuster weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to numerous benefits beyond weight loss, such as cutting the risk of obesity-related cancers in half. And new … Read more
Ozempic and its ilk are inescapable. While those on the weight loss drug often face more judgment and stigma, it’s undeniable that the medications have had an effect on many people’s health. As GLP-1 medications continue to evolve and become more popular, they’re having both a major moment and impact in the health landscape. Weight … Read more
Popular glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) weight-loss drugs may help slow the spread of some cancers, according to new research to be presented at a major medical conference. Research led by Cleveland Clinic found that the medications may reduce the spread of several obesity-related cancers, including lung, breast, colorectal and liver cancers. The findings will be presented at the 2026 ASCO … Read more
Welcome to The Thin Line, The New York Post’s series about the darker side of GLP-1 drugs. Though GLP-1 agonists sold under brand names like Ozempic have helped millions of people lose weight, manage diabetes and improve other health conditions, they are not without risks. Check back for more stories about the lesser-known downsides of … Read more
Annie Agar is adamant she’s all right. The social media personality — who’s amassed hundreds of thousands of followers for her humorous NFL-themed skits — released a two-minute video on Monday night insisting she’s OK after a photo she posted on Sunday afternoon sparked concern. “I wasn’t even going to address this because I don’t … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. For the last few years, it seems like Ozempic has been the main drug calling the shots in weight loss. But now, some health experts — and hordes of social … Read more
Brooke Hinderhan thought she had turned a corner with her health. After metformin failed to control her diabetes, doctors prescribed Ozempic. For a time, the popular GLP-1 drug worked, bringing her blood sugar under control. Even the side effects were manageable — until she developed severe fatigue, followed by diarrhea and stomach cramps that left … Read more
In the Ozempic era, not all pounds lost are met with praise. New research suggests that people may face more judgment for slimming down with the help of a GLP-1 drug than if they hadn’t lost weight at all. “We expected there might be some stigma around using a GLP-1,” Erin Standen, assistant professor of … Read more