these internet fools aint REALLY gonna act like they INVENTED eating Oatmeal is healthy?
Health: "oat-zempic" shake? Can oats mimic the weight loss benefits of Ozempic
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these internet fools aint REALLY gonna act like they INVENTED eating Oatmeal is healthy?
"Oatzempic" craze: Should you try the oat drink for weight loss? Experts weigh in.
Some claim "oatzempic," a drink that combines oats, water and lime juice, can help people drop weight fast — its name a nod to the popular weight loss drug Ozempic. Here's what experts say.
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Oatzempic is going viral for promising quick weight loss. Is it safe and should you try it?
Oatzempic is going viral for promising quick weight loss. Is it safe and should you try it?
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What is oatzempic? A dietitian breaks down the viral weight loss trend
Oatzempic is going viral for promising quick weight loss. Is it safe and should you try it?
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April 3, 2024, 1:46 PM EDT
By Natalie Rizzo
Oatzempic is the latest nutrition trend to hit TikTok. The clever name pays ode to the popular weight loss drug Ozempic, since many say consuming the oat-based drink leads to dramatic weight loss. Some even claim that oatzempic, which has no affiliation with the weight loss medication, can help you lose up to 40 pounds in 2 months.
Although the name is clever, it’s important to remember not to believe everything you see on social media. Here’s what you need to know about the oatzempic trend and whether or not you should try it.
What is oatzempic?
Oatzempic is a simple blended drink with ½ cup of rolled oats, 1 cup of water, a dash of cinnamon and a squeeze of lime juice. The name combines oats and Ozempic, a diabetes medication that regulates blood sugar and curbs appetite, resulting in weight loss.Props to whoever came up with the catchy name, but oatzempic doesn’t include any weight loss medication. It’s merely an oat-based smoothie.
Can oatzempic help you lose weight?
People on TikTok are drinking #oatzempic to lose weight for their wedding or achieve their “summer bod.” Some who drink it daily claim that it keeps them full, which isn’t surprising given the fiber content of oats. Research suggests that the beta-glucan fiber in oats positively impacts hormones that regulate hunger and appetite. The review also suggests a link between eating oats and long-term weight management and lower incidences of obesity.Oatzempic has about 140 calories, less than most people consume in a single snack. As a result, drinking oatzempic as a meal replacement results in a calorie deficit and may cause weight loss. Yet, drastically cutting calories often causes extreme hunger and overeating, which may hinder weight loss efforts.
How to lose weight safely
Losing 40 pounds in two months sounds appealing, but it’s extreme and not recommended. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that people who lose weight gradually–about 1 to 2 pounds per week are more likely to maintain weight loss. Although weight loss differs for everyone, losing about 5 pounds per month is a healthy goal.Recommended
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As appealing as quick weight loss sounds, no miracle drink or food can help you magically shed pounds. Losing weight comes down to small diet and exercise changes over time.A study of over 4,000 people who lost weight as part of a structured weight loss program shared how they kept the weight off for more than three years. They cited tactics such as eating nutrient-dense foods, monitoring food intake, engaging in physical activity, goal setting and celebrating small achievements.
Should you try oatzempic?
As a dietitian, I recommend oats (and even named them my favorite whole grain). They are a healthy and affordable breakfast staple that provides fiber and protein. And eating oats has been linked to lower levels of cholesterol. But, there’s no proof that oatzempic leads to dramatic weight loss. Rather than blending oats with water and lime juice, make a hearty bowl of oatmeal and enjoy chewing your food instead.
What is oatzempic? TikTok’s newest trend claims oat drink can lead to weight loss
‘As a result, drinking oatzempic as a meal replacement results in a calorie deficit and may cause weight loss,’ one dietician states
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By Alice Callahan
April 3, 2024
On TikTok, a woman blends a half cup of rolled oats with a cup of water and the juice of half a lime. She forces a smile and then hesitantly takes a sip. “That,” she says with a colorful flourish, “is nasty.”
The drink isn’t meant to taste good; it’s supposed to be a weight loss hack.
Drink it every day, some influencers on social media claim, and you can lose a staggering 40 pounds in two months. “Oatzempic,” as it’s called, is a reference to the diabetes drug Ozempic, which belongs to a class of medications that have surged in popularity for their remarkable ability to help people lose weight.
It’s riding “on the coattails” of these drugs, said Colleen Tewksbury, an assistant professor in nutrition science at the University of Pennsylvania.
But while oats are certainly nutritious, “there is nothing magical” about them for weight loss, said Emily Haller, a dietitian in the lifestyle medicine program at Trinity Health Ann Arbor in Michigan.
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What can oats do for your health?
Oats are a good source of soluble fiber, especially one type called beta-glucan, which has been shown to lower blood cholesterol levels and reduce blood sugar spikes after meals, Ms. Haller said.In general, consuming enough fiber (which most Americans don’t) can also reduce your risk of developing heart disease and certain cancers, as well as support a healthy gut and regular bowel habits, she added.
A half cup of rolled oats contains about four grams of fiber; nutrition guidelines advise that adults consume at least 21 to 38 grams per day.
Fiber-rich foods also take longer to digest than low-fiber foods, and they can slow the movement of food through your gut, which can help you feel fuller and more satisfied for longer, Ms. Haller said.
Can a blended oat drink help you lose weight?
Some research suggests that adding oats to your diet may be associated with a small amount of weight loss, maybe because they help us feel sated. But not all studies have found this, Dr. Tewksbury said, adding that she was not aware of any research specifically testing oats blended with water. There is also no evidence that lime juice can help with weight loss.
If people are losing significant amounts of weight on “Oatzempic,” it’s probably because they’re using it to replace a higher-calorie meal, said Dr. Melanie Jay, an obesity researcher at N.Y.U. Langone Health.
One half cup of rolled oats has about 150 calories; if you are consuming that instead of a higher calorie breakfast — an egg and sausage sandwich on a biscuit can have more than 500 calories for instance — you will probably lose weight, she said. It’s similar to replacing a meal with something like a weight-loss shake or a bar, which can be effective for weight loss, at least in the short term, she said.
But oats blended with water and lime juice “is not a balanced meal,” Ms. Haller said. A bowl of oatmeal, perhaps served with milk, nut butter, fruit and seeds, “would be a more well-balanced, satiating breakfast,” she said.
Consuming enough protein is particularly important if you’re losing weight, Dr. Jay said, to help you avoid losing too much muscle. A half cup of oats has about four grams.
Using the “Oatzempic” shake to lose weight is also likely unsustainable, Dr. Jay said. “If you go back to what you were eating before, you’ll gain the weight back,” she said.
Many of Dr. Jay’s patients with obesity “have lost hundreds of pounds in their lifetime” through fad diets and methods similar to “Oatzempic,” she said. But the weight often returns because their bodies respond with a slowed metabolism and more hunger, she said.
The “up and down, up and down” that can come with trying trendy weight loss hacks can be discouraging, she added.
And for some people, fad diets can lead to an “unhealthy obsession” with unrealistic weight loss and a negative relationship with food, Ms. Haller said.
Are oats anything like Ozempic?
“Oats are not Ozempic,” Ms. Haller said. “Not even close.”Weight loss drugs are “in such great demand” because they’re effective, Dr. Tewksbury said. “It’s almost Pollyanna to expect the same effect from oatmeal or oats.”
The medications work in part by mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which your body releases after you eat. The hormone slows the movement of food through the gut and signals fullness to the brain. But, Dr. Jay said, the amount of GLP-1 you release after eating oats or any food is far lower, and not nearly as long-lasting, as that provided by the medications.
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In several studies, researchers have measured blood GLP-1 levels after people consumed oat or wheat bread, or a breakfast with or without added oat powder, and found that oats did not increase GLP-1 levels more than the other foods.
The “Oatzempic” craze is “just another trend,” Ms. Haller said. “This is just what the internet does.” And, she added, the drink’s popularity will likely “be very short-lived.”
the oats and water will fill you up,the lemond will bother your stomach so you won't want to eat....if you're active you should shed some pounds but if you drink that and sit on your ass for hours maybe five to ten pounds then nothing.....
these people are creative and motherfuckers will buy into it....just like the cereal brand kellogg's was create to lose weight but it has changed and you won't lose a pound eating that shit.
these people are creative and motherfuckers will buy into it....just like the cereal brand kellogg's was create to lose weight but it has changed and you won't lose a pound eating that shit.
but oatmeal lowers your cholesterols very well, good for digestion and is a good healthy meal in general isn't it?
Been adding oats to the smoothies for years already ...
