{"id":65659,"date":"2026-06-06T09:38:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T23:38:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tomgrimshaw.com\/tomsblog\/?p=65659"},"modified":"2026-06-06T09:38:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T23:38:52","slug":"new-study-gives-more-insight-on-how-ozempic-use-affects-muscle-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tomgrimshaw.com\/tomsblog\/?p=65659","title":{"rendered":"New Study Gives More Insight on How Ozempic Use Affects Muscle Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Ozempic\"<\/p>\n

New Study Gives More Insight on How Ozempic Use Affects Muscle Health<\/p>\n

Ozempic, originally developed for Type 2 diabetes, is now widely used for weight loss, but new research shows serious effects on muscle and organ health
\nA study in Cell Metabolism found Ozempic reduces lean mass by around 10% in mice, with the liver shrinking nearly 50%, raising concerns about long-term organ function.<\/p>\n

Researchers observed a mismatch between muscle size and strength, with some muscles staying the same size but losing power, suggesting potential frailty risk and reduced physical performance in animal models \u2014 effects requiring confirmation in human clinical trials.<\/p>\n

Older adults may face a higher risk, as age-related weakness combined with potential drug-related declines in strength may undermine independence, mobility, and overall longevity.<\/p>\n

Long-term use of Ozempic and similar GLP-1 drugs is also associated with adverse side effects like dental issues, eye damage, mental health risks, and possible weight regain following discontinuation.<\/p>\n

Finish reading:\u00a0https:\/\/articles.mercola.com\/sites\/articles\/archive\/2026\/05\/29\/how-ozempic-use-affects-muscle-health.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n

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New Study Gives More Insight on How Ozempic Use Affects Muscle Health Ozempic, originally developed for Type 2 diabetes, is now widely used for weight loss, but new research shows serious effects on muscle and organ health A study in Cell Metabolism found Ozempic reduces lean mass by around 10% in mice, with the liver … <\/p>\n

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