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46% of Wegovy users reported fewer intrusive thoughts about foodSurvey respondents said the drug also supported better mental healthPeople taking Wegovy noted making healthier choices in daily life

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A popular weight-loss drug may do more than help patients shed pounds. It could also help quiet the nonstop food cravings many people struggle with.

New results from a U.S. survey of 550 Wegovy users found that patients reported a major drop in “food noise,” or intrusive thoughts about food, after starting the drug.

The findings were announced by Novo Nordisk , the Danish firm that makes Wegovy.

The number of people surveyed who said they think about food all the time fell by 46%. Additionally, 64% reported better mental health

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