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Before and after semaglutide: 6 people on the 'game-changer' weight loss drug share its biggest pros and cons

Rachel HosieApr 22, 2023, 15:53 IST

Nika Steward has lost 104 pounds on semaglutide.Nika Steward

  • Semaglutide is a drug originally developed for diabetes that was approved for weight loss in 2021.
  • Hailed as a "game-changer," it works by curbing appetite and can make people's cravings disappear.
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Since being approved for weight loss almost two years ago, semaglutide has been hailed as a "game-changer"

Ozempic (semaglutide) is a once-weekly injection.OEL SAGET/AFP via Getty Images

Lana Rodriguez said semaglutide is the best thing that's ever happened to her.

Lana Rodriguez before and after losing 20 poundsLana Rodriguez
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Rodriguez had constipation, nausea, and headaches, but they're manageable, she said.

Lana Rodriguez before and after losing weight with semaglutide.Lana Rodriguez

Ashley Dunham's blood work improved after she lost 70 pounds in 5.5 months.

Ashley Dunham before taking semaglutide (left) and after 5.5 months (right).Ashley Dunham
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Dunham struggled with nausea.

Ashley Dunham before semaglutide and during the weight loss process.Ashley Dunham

Nika Steward has lost 104 pounds and no longer obsesses over food.

Nika Steward has lost 104 pounds on semaglutide.Nika Steward
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Nika Steward had mild constipation and nausea.

Nika Steward before and after weight loss.Nike Steward

Elizabeth Wood has lost 82 pounds so far and gained a lot of confidence.

Elizabeth Wood before and after semaglutideElizabeth Wood
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Elizabeth Wood hasn't had any negative side effects.

Elizabeth Wood before and part-way through her weight loss journey.Elizabeth Wood

Mary Frances McCullar said semaglutide made weight loss easy after years of struggling.

Mary Frances McCullar in November 2022 (left) and April 2023.Mary Frances McCullar
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Mary Frances McCullar spends less money on food, which helps her afford the cost of semaglutide.

Mary Frances McCullar before taking semaglutide (left) and mid-way through her journey.Mary Frances McCullar

Staci Rice lost 62 pounds in eight months and is enjoying being healthier and more active.

Staci Rice before and after semaglutide.Staci Rice
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Staci Rice wishes people didn't think those on semaglutide are lazy.

Staci Rice before and after her weight loss.Staci Rice
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