Elaine’s stories explore the boom in new obesity treatments, new drug payment models, the ways companies are affected by FDA changes, and the emerging psychedelics drug sector. She co-writes The Readout newsletter, and co-hosts STAT’s weekly biotech podcast, The Readout Loud. You can reach Elaine on Signal at elaineywchen.70. Eli Lilly reported Thursday that in a late-stage trial, its next-generation obesity drug led to levels of weight loss approaching the effectiveness seen with bariatric surgery, but that […]

A nutritionist said there are lifestyle changes that need to take place in coordination with GLP-1 usage, but a patient who has tried many different diets says it’s worth it. “My journey started around July 2024. I had reached almost 300 pounds,” said Jim Navilio. Navilio said he and his wife decided to try GLP-1 medication. He says he was pre-diabetic and selected Mounjaro. What You Need To Know While GLP-1 curbs appetites, a registered dietician said […]

The “gelatin trick” is going viral on social media for supposedly banishing your appetite and kickstarting weight loss. The idea is simple: Mix gelatin powder with water and chug a glass of the viscous liquid before meals to help you feel full and curb hunger so that you eat less. Proponents of the fad claim it’s an easy, effective strategy to shed pounds. Plus, gelatin has some protein — which we all need more of, according to many […]