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"After estimates suggested as many as 1.4 million Brits have taken up GLP-1 medication, the nature of the Christmas dinner is changing. The reason is simple: patients want to eat less. GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Mounjaro and Wegovy, work by targeting hormones in the gut and brain that affect appetite and feelings of fullness. But a Christmas without copious overeating (and sometimes overdrinking) can be an unnerving thought for takers and hosts alike."
The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground reporting across major topics and relies on donations to fund journalism while keeping content freely accessible without paywalls. The prominence of GLP-1 weight-loss medications is changing social eating norms, with estimates suggesting up to 1.4 million people in Britain have used these drugs. GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Mounjaro and Wegovy reduce appetite by targeting gut and brain hormones that affect fullness. The appetite suppression is altering festive traditions, creating slimmer, less indulgent meals and prompting unease for both medication takers and hosts whose celebrations have long involved overeating and drinking. A London pop-up highlighted this shift.
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