Novo Nordisk has launched the first once-daily oral version of Wegovy, marking the arrival of the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill approved for adults with obesity or overweight.

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Again, the FDA does not regulate dietary or weight loss supplements, including weight loss patches. As a result, adverse side effects such as nausea, headache, increased heart rate (a.k.a tachycardia), and skin irritation near the application site are possible, says Dr. Peralta-Reich.

Manufacturer Novo Nordisk is now offering Wegovy in pill form, which some people prefer to the injections. The company has partnered with telehealth companies and other weight-loss groups to increase access to the pill,

One popular and affordable supplement that has shown some promise in helping with weight loss is berberine. In fact, some have called the supplement “nature’s Ozempic,” and with a month’s supply costing as little as $8 on Amazon, that’s probably going to make it a popular option.

Research suggests caffeine can help with weight loss, but a large dose is necessary to create a response. One study concluded that more than 3 milligrams of caffeine per kilogram of body weight is necessary to stimulate the breakdown of fat. For a 150-pound person, that’s 200 mg of caffeine, or two cups of coffee.