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Scientists find natural (and 10 times better?) alternative to Ozempic
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Scientists find natural (and 10 times better?) alternative to Ozempic

Ellsworth Toohey
Mar 07, 2025
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Stanford researchers have discovered a natural molecule that matches Ozempic's weight-loss effects but appears to avoid its common side effects like nausea and muscle loss.

The molecule, named BRP, works through different brain pathways than Ozempic (semaglutide) to reduce appetite and body weight. While Ozempic affec…

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