Semaglutide: Weight-loss Drug Could Slow Down Ageing
Semaglutide was originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes by mimicking the hormone GLP-1. This hormone regulates blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion and reducing glucose production in the liver. The drug gained popularity for its weight-loss effects. Ozempic and Wegovy both containing semaglutide was used as weight-loss medications with Wegovy being approved by the NHS for certain patients with a high BMI.
