Stanford scientists discover “natural Ozempic” without side effects

Monday, April 13, 2026 – Monday, April 13 - A newly discovered molecule could reshape the future of weight loss treatments by mimicking the powerful appetite-suppressing effects of drugs like Ozempic — but without many of the unpleasant side effects. Identified using artificial intelligence, this tiny peptide, called BRP, appears to act directly on the brain’s appetite-control center, helping animals eat less and lose fat without nausea or muscle loss.

Why Ozempic doesn’t work for everyone: Scientists just found a hidden reason

Sunday, April 12, 2026 – Monday, April 13 - A new study reveals that popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may not work as effectively for about 10% of people due to specific genetic variants. These individuals appear to have a puzzling condition called “GLP-1 resistance,” where their bodies produce higher levels of the hormone targeted by these drugs—but don’t respond to it properly.

Are GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Erectile Dysfunction?

Friday, April 10, 2026 – Saturday, April 11 - (MedPage Today) -- GLP-1 receptor agonist use may be associated with a modest increase in erectile dysfunction (ED) risk in men with type 2 diabetes, a target trial emulation suggested.
Using U.S. electronic health record data, the incidence of...