Weight loss drugs

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<p>Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are modified versions of natural hormones which make us feel full when released into the body. Prof Giles Yeo explains how the drugs, which were originally used to treat diabetes, are now being used for weight loss. Georgie and Neil teach you some useful vocabulary.</p><p>Read along with this podcast with the free transcript, and practise the vocabulary using the quiz and worksheet: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260326">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260326</a></p><p>Learn English to use at work in Office English available here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter for our weekly highlights: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a> and feel free to email us at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a>!</p>