Gen Z turns to weight loss drugs as traditional methods fall out of favor

A new survey shows that many young Americans, especially Gen Z, are turning to weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy instead of traditional methods like diet and exercise. About 37% of Gen Z plans to use these medications in the coming year. Women are more likely than men to consider these drugs, with 30% of women and 20% of men planning to rely on them. Despite high costs and concerns about side effects, 66% of Americans believe these medications are more effective than traditional weight loss methods. Older generations, particularly baby boomers, are more confident in the effectiveness of these drugs. However, issues like addiction and the need for medical guidance remain significant concerns as interest in GLP-1 medications grows.