Microdoses of weight loss drugs like Ozempic may slow down ageing and help increase longevity, a new study suggests.
Originally developed for treating diabetes, the drug semaglutide is now also used for weight loss, causing it to surge in popularity worldwide.
The drug, sold under brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy, mimics the action of the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone in the gut and the brain to regulate appetite, making people feel fuller for longer.
A new trend is sweeping the internet, with reports of some people taking the drug in very small doses for longevity even though health