Can the body make its own Ozempic? Scientists seek answer with gene therapy.
- Posted on January 24, 2026
- By Washington Post
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Can the body make its own Ozempic? Scientists seek answer with gene therapy.

Fractyl Health is developing a shot that would program the body to make more of the GLP-1 hormone naturally, a risky bet that it can provide a longer-lasting benefit than blockbuster weight-loss drugs on the market.