
Audio long read: The ‘breakthrough’ obesity drugs that have stunned researchers
Nature Podcast
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Introduction
Worldwide obesity has tripled since 1975. In 2016, about 40% of adults were considered overweight and 13% had obesity. New generation of anti-abesity medications drastically diminish weight without the serious side effects that have plagued previous efforts. These drugs are arriving in an era in which obesity is growing exponentially.
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