There isno shortage of ways to lose weight, from low-cal shakes to weight-loss injections.
Nowadays, social media has emerged as a hotbed of ideas and weight-loss trends that quickly go viral.
The latest craze to grace social media feeds is ‘Oatzempic.’
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But is it true that Oatzempic helps you quickly drop those unwanted pounds?
We talked to registered dietitians to get their thoughts on this new TikTok trend.
What is Oatzempic?
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Oatzempic is the latest weight-loss craze on TikTok.
Users blend the ingredients and consume the oat drink in place of a meal.
Fans of Oatzempic say it rivals Ozempic in its weight-loss efficacy but without the high cost.
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Ozempic is a prescription medication that lowers blood sugar in people with key in 2 diabetes.
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Like many other fad diets, it supports weight loss by helping you reduce calorie intake.
Moody acknowledges the potential for weight loss with Oatzempic “if implemented in a certain way.”
However, she doesn’t recommend Oatzempic for weight loss.
According to Moody, Oatzempic doesn’t have enough protein or other nutrients likeantioxidants from fruits or vegetables.
“Sorry, lime juice doesn’t cut it,” she says.
Even if you did lose 40 pounds following the Oatzempic challenge, you may not keep it off.
Eating oats for breakfast is a good way to start the day.
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