The Worst Argument Against Ozempic
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If someone told you there was a consistent, well researched and studied way to lose 5% of your body weight, would you take it? Of course.
Also, not to mention that the period of time where you're experiencing better HbA1c, etc can be a lifeline.
https://glp1.guide/content/do-people-regain-all-the-weight-l...
GLP-1s aren't con-free, but this ain't it.
Amusingly enough, I've heard the same silly argument used against creatine. "If you stop taking it, you won't be stronger anymore"
The median american has a >62k disposable income and can easily afford to pay $254/month to a compounding pharmacy (not covered by insurance)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disposable_household_and_per_c...
The median US American household has an income (pre-tax) of $80,610 as of 2023[0]; the idea that that translates into $62k of disposable income simply does not pass the smell test. I suspect the various adjustments[1] described in your source are deeply misrepresenting reality.
[0]: https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024/income-p...
[1]: "This indicator also takes account of social transfers in kind 'such as health or education provided for free or at reduced prices by governments and not-for-profit organisations.' The data shown below is published by the OECD and is presented in purchasing power parity (PPP) in order to adjust for price differences between countries."