

Is the century-long search for a weight loss drug over?
Sep 6, 2023
Novo Nordisk's accidental discovery of semaglutide as a weight loss drug may be the first effective solution. The historical context of weight loss experiments and drug failures is explored. The challenges of losing weight and the demand for an effective product are discussed. The reality of a popular weight loss drug explores its side effects, high cost, and potential benefits.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Search for a Weight Loss Drug: Semaglutide and the Historical Context
01:45 • 2min
The History of Weight Loss Drugs and the Challenges of Losing Weight
03:57 • 5min
The History and Effectiveness of Semicluetide Drugs for Weight Loss
08:37 • 4min
The Reality of a Popular Weight Loss Drug
12:40 • 3min