'Weight-loss drugs stopped my addiction' | A new hope but at what cost?

It has already transformed the fight against obesity. Now, scientists believe popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro could be unlocking something even bigger. 7NEWS Spotlight investigates the groundbreaking science behind the drugs, meeting Aussies who say their relationship with food was not the only thing that changed. But with all the promise of curbing long-standing addictions, experts warn of the potential risk of serious psychological impact.

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