Natural Drink Targets Evening Cravings
Ozzi Offers GLP-1 Alternative for Stress-Related Snacking
A new wellness brand, Ozzi, has introduced its inaugural product, a natural beverage designed to aid in managing evening appetite. Positioned as a non-prescription alternative to GLP-1 medications, the drink aims to assist adults combatting stress-induced snacking after work hours.
Functional Evening Beverage
The formulation includes konjac root (500 mg), allulose (8 g), African mango extract, Chromax, and BIOMEnd. This caffeine-free beverage is intended for consumption around 8 p.m., supporting a relaxing evening routine without interfering with sleep.
The concept for Ozzi stemmed from founder **Brandon Kuipers**’ personal struggle with nighttime stress-eating. He sought a reliable, non-pharmaceutical method to curb these habits.
“I wanted something that would help me pause before reaching for snacks at night, something I could rely on without going the pharmaceutical route,” says Kuipers.
Following extensive ingredient experimentation and feedback from early users, the company finalized the formula and commenced small-batch production. Ozzi targets busy professionals experiencing cravings linked to demanding workdays and elevated stress.
Key Ingredients for Nighttime Wellness
Each component in Ozzi is selected to support weight management goals while promoting relaxation before bed.
Konjac root, a natural fiber, expands in the stomach, fostering a sense of fullness. This helps mitigate late-night hunger and reduce overall calorie consumption, as indicated by research on its appetite-suppressing effects.
Allulose offers sweetness without contributing calories, satisfying sugar cravings without impacting blood sugar levels. African mango extract (Irvingia gabonensis) is recognized in the U.S. market for its potential benefits in reducing weight and body fat.
Chromax, a bioavailable form of chromium picolinate, aids in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, reducing evening sugar cravings, and optimizing fat metabolism. BIOMEnd, a patented, tasteless L-lysine butyrate, supports gut health and a balanced microbiome, which is increasingly linked to metabolic function and healthy weight management.
Navigating Supply Chain Challenges
Customer testing was instrumental in validating the product’s appeal. Ozzi acknowledged initial supply chain disruptions that briefly impacted fulfillment during its pilot phase, offering refunds to affected customers.
The brand reported that most customers opted to wait for restocks, confirming their confidence in the product and the need it addresses. Ozzi is now available for purchase on its website, with nationwide shipping across the U.S.
The company emphasizes clear labeling and ingredient transparency, providing guidance on integrating the drink into an evening routine. The trend towards natural GLP-1 activation in food, drinks, and supplements reflects a growing consumer preference for non-pharmaceutical weight management solutions.
In related developments, Kourtney Kardashian’s brand Lemme launched its plant-based Lemme GLP-1 Daily supplement, which claims to naturally enhance GLP-1 hormone levels. AI-driven ingredient discovery firm Shiru has also advanced this sector with its GLP-1 Innovation Alliance, inviting brands to collaborate on research using its AI platform to explore natural GLP-1 pathway activation.
The global market for weight loss supplements reached an estimated $27.6 billion in 2023, highlighting significant consumer interest in accessible solutions (Statista, 2024).
