How Ozempic Reduces Appetite

Ozempic, a medication primarily used to manage blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes, has gained attention for its weight loss effects. Ozempic reduces appetite in two main ways:

• Slowing Gastric Emptying: Ozempic slows down the rate at which food empties from the stomach, prolonging the digestion process and contributing to a feeling of fullness for a more extended period.
• Mimicking GLP-1: Ozempic mimics the action of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a hormone naturally produced in the body that plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and food intake.
  • GLP-1 is released from the digestive tract after eating, signaling satiety to the brain and promoting a sense of fullness.
  • Ozempic increases GLP-1 levels, amplifying these natural satiety signals, leading to decreased appetite and reduced food cravings.

Ozempic’s effect on appetite goes beyond mere suppression; it involves influencing the complex interplay of hormones and signalling pathways between the gut and the brain, ultimately altering the body’s response to food.