💬 “A lot of people’s New Year’s resolution is going to be about losing weight for 2026. Let’s not take away an option from them because you are upset in one way, shape, or form that you think it’s not the ‘right way’. Because there is no right way—there’s only THE WAY to lose weight.”
⚡ In this episode, I break down the wild controversy surrounding GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and why folks are getting so mad that people are finally losing weight after struggling for years. Uncover the real reasons behind the hate and learn how this backlash could be stopping you from getting the help you desperately need.
🎧 Stay tuned to find out:
- ➡ The weight stigma that blames people for being obese and denies them help
- ➡ Why obesity isn’t just about the scale but also ties into serious health risks like diabetes and heart issues
- ➡ How GLP medications slow gut absorption to help with weight loss
- ➡ Why celebrity access to Ozempic sparked jealousy and outrage
- ➡ How misinformation on Ozempic’s side effects—such as “frozen stomach”—fuels hate and stigma against weight loss meds
- ➡ Why we got to give grace and recognize that not everyone’s journey is going to be the same when it comes to weight loss
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