Novo Nordisks STEER study shows semaglutide 2.4 mg reduces risk of heart attack, stroke, and death by 57% compared with tirzepatide in patients with overweight or obesity and cardiovascular diseasereinforcing that CV benefits are molecule-specific, not class-wide
The exact mechanism connecting these protein changes to reduced alcohol intake requires more investigation
In clinical trials, Mounjaro produced weight loss of up to 22.5% of body weight at 72 weeks (SURMOUNT-1), while Victoza typically produces about 3% body weight loss
Side effects from earlier stages usually diminish or disappear
Lastly, behavioral therapy , such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or mindfulness practices, helps tackle emotional eating and encourages long-term, healthy routines