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What rapid weight loss can do to the body

Faster isn't always better when it comes to losing weight

What rapid weight loss can do to the body
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07/01/2026 14:00 ‧ 1 day ago | StarsInsider

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In recent years, there has been a boom in people using the prescription medicine Ozempic and other medications in the same class. For some, it's an absolute lifeline as a treatment for diabetes. To others, one of its main side effects—sudden, fast weight loss—means its appeal lies solely in the significant number of pounds they can shed while on the medication. But what happens inside the body if you lose weight rapidly? A phenomenon known colloquially as "Ozempic face" offers some clues.

Intrigued? Click on to learn what happens to your body when you drop weight quickly.

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