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Do not forget diet and exercise during Ramadan.
Ioannis Ilias1, Athanasios Tselebis2
1Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, "Elena Venizelou" Hospital, Athens GR-11521, Greece. iiliasmd@yahoo.com.
World Journal of Clinical Cases
|December 11, 2023
Summary
Internet searches show a rise in Ozempic use for diabetes and weight management, while diet and exercise searches decline in Muslim countries. This suggests an over-reliance on medication over lifestyle changes.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Public Health
- Digital Health
Background:
- The global rise of type 2 diabetes and obesity necessitates understanding management trends.
- Internet search data offers insights into public health interests and behaviors related to chronic disease management.
- Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, such as Ozempic, have gained prominence for diabetes and weight management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze internet search trends for diabetes and weight management in ten populous Muslim countries from January 2022 to June 2023.
- To investigate the relationship between searches for the GLP-1 analog Ozempic and searches for "diet" and "exercise".
- To assess public interest in pharmaceutical interventions versus lifestyle modifications for diabetes and weight management.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of Google search trends data.
- Inclusion of keywords: "ozempic™", "diet", "exercise", and "diabetes".
- Geographic focus on the ten most populous Muslim countries.
- Timeframe: January 2022 to June 2023.
Main Results:
- A significant increase in "ozempic™" searches was observed in eight out of ten countries.
- Searches for "diet" declined in nine countries, and "exercise" declined in four countries.
- Positive search trends for "diabetes" were noted in only two countries, contrasting with the rise in GLP-1 analog searches.
Conclusions:
- There is a discernible shift towards pharmaceutical solutions like Ozempic for diabetes and weight management in the studied regions.
- The declining interest in "diet" and "exercise" searches alongside increased Ozempic interest suggests a potential neglect of fundamental lifestyle interventions.
- Healthcare providers in Muslim countries should reinforce the importance of diet and exercise for diabetes management, particularly during Ramadan.
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