@steven: Ozempic change digestion more than appetite. Dr Benjamin Bikman explains that GLP 1 drugs slow digestion by increasing satiety hormones, sometimes leaving food in the stomach far longer than normal. This reduced digestion is why appetite drops, but it also causes common side effects like bloating and burping. He says the drugs are effective for weight loss but can also lead to muscle loss if not managed carefully. His view is that they may work best when used in short, low dose cycles to help reduce carbohydrate cravings while building sustainable eating habits. Should these medicines be used long term or as a temporary tool?