India, Jan. 5 -- "Oatzempic" is a viral drink made from blended oats and water, promoted as an appetite suppressant

While oats can help you feel full, there is no evidence the drink leads to meaningful or lasting weight loss

Replacing meals with the drink could lead to nutrient gaps and misleading health claims

If you've spent any time on TikTok or Instagram lately, you may have seen people blending oats with water or juice and calling it "oatzempic."

The name is a nod to Ozempic, a prescription medication used primarily for type 2 diabetes that also suppresses appetite. Videos of the oatzempic drink usually promise easy weight loss, effortless fullness and a "natural alternative" to medication.

But is oatzempic supported by science?...