Wyoming Sugar Beet Growers Dispute Ozempic's Role in Plummeting Sugar Prices
Wyoming farmers contradict a national report that blames weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for the decline in sugar prices.
Americans are consuming less sugar, partly due to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. However, Wyoming growers argue that the real issue is "sugar dumping," where countries subsidize the product and sell it at below-market prices.
Doctors advise GLP-1 users to avoid sugary drinks, candy, and baked goods as they can cause blood sugar to spike and interfere with the drug's function, leading to negative side effects like nausea.
Despite the decreased sugar consumption, Wyoming sugar beet growers claim that the 33% year-over-year plunge in sugar prices is not primarily caused by weight loss drugs.
Author's summary: Wyoming farmers dispute Ozempic's impact on sugar prices.