Ozempic Expert: Miracle Drug or Health Hazard? The Side Effects They Don’t Tell You with Johann Hari

[@agilbo100]

I lost 40lbs at 59 yr old and people just fawned all over me about how great I looked. Problem was I lost it due to Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer and the message I received was "You might be dying and bald but you are thinner, so be happy." Not a diet I would recommend. All they seemed to see was I had reached an acceptable size.

[@kadarius]

I feel this. I lost 70 pounds after divorce and everyone thought I was so happy and successful when really my whole life was falling apart.

[@agilbo100]

@@kadarius I'm sorry that happened. Many don't think to ask if there was a good reason for the sudden change. My go to now is "I hope you feel as good as you look." especially with my friends that don't have outward signs of what they are dealing with.

[@tracytalksalot1513]

@@agilbo100I really like this as a comment response for when someone’s appearance changes for the better. It assumes nothing but sends the message of positive wishes.

[@cyndilu9]

Such an important point. Hope you are doing better and feeling well ❤️🙏🩵

[@Maripeni]

@@agilbo100 wow. Sorry about your cancer. My family has been affected by cancer as well. Too bad those people didn’t see you are a survivor! God Bless you!

[@michellesolomon2813]

We really need to put pressure on the food industry to stop putting the toxic, addictive ingredients in our food.

[@rlud304]

Who’s this “we?” 🤣 Are you like 8 or just astonishingly clueless?🤦🏻‍♀️

[@rlud304]

The food industry? That narrows it down 🤦🏻‍♀️ Also who’s “we,” specifically?

[@elsh332]

Or just stop buying things that aren't food 🤷‍♀️ plants are food, animals are food... pop tarts are not food.

[@cathywatrobski7754]

Shop the perimeter of grocery stores. Generally, that's where the healthier food is. Difficult when food-like substances are pushed so much. But it is possible to do.

[@phl2lax]

Ditch the animal products and processed junk for plants to avoid unnecessary additives.

[@karmacamilleon1]

My mother was an R,N. and she had a piece of medical advice for everyone that I have followed with no regrets. She said, "Never take a new medicine until after it's been on the market for at least 5 years."

[@LindaC616]

I've always felt the same about new car models, and this is way more serious than that!

[@Ren_coaching]

These peptides have been used for a couple of decades now.

[@passengershamingparody]

It's been on the market more than 5 years.

[@lauramoore6369]

This has been around for 20 years

[@stregarapunzel]

I sincerely don't want to cause an argument......but what did/does/would she say about the covid vaccines?

[@miltoncat]

Semaglutide has saved my life. I am 51, have PCOS, and I was constantly hungry. I have struggled most of my life with my weight. At my biggest I was 260 lbs, at 5’ 7”. I felt so defeated and was pre-diabetic, had hypertension, and was headed for disaster. Semaglutide is the ONLY medical option that helped. I am 170 lbs now. Weight came off slowly (which is fine with me) and I’ve found how and what I need to eat to be well. It is in no way a magic fix. I still get hungry; I just get full quicker at meals. I’m not starving all the time anymore. Semaglutide has been an absolute miracle for me.

[@rgomoffat]

Read the "glucose revolution". PCOS EAT HIGH FIBER- LIKE HIGH

[@amandasnider2644]

Ozempic gives me hope. I'm trying to convince my doctor to at least give it a try as I fully qualify to try it in Canada (I'm Canadian) for multiple qualifying reasons Not a doctor but I just wanted to add some perspective from my own experiences as a 5'2" female who's nearly 300 pounds and I'm 29 with multiple health issues including mobility and chronic pain issues. I don't have any tips I can give from personal experience on how to lose weight other than the fact I lost weight by eating Nutrisystem meals for 2 years but its a temporary fix, it's expensive and I doubt it's healthier nutritionally speaking. I cannot go back onto Nutrisystem due to developing a whole lot of dietary restraints. I also want to say that I've been assessed for bariatric surgery twice from two separate clinics but it didn't work out because: . The dieticians and nutrionists all concluded I eat a remarkably healthy diet despite my very long list of food sensitivities. Luckily I cannot eat any high fat/ high calorie highly processed foods, foods with high sugar content (I have nearly cut all unnatural sugars from my diet to help lower inflammation), I cannot eat 75% of food available from restaurants and only 5% of fast food available. I cannot consume anything deep fried. . They determined that if I had the surgery I was at risk of worsening my already awful IBS symptoms and could develop ulcers from my medications . They required me to be on slimfast smoothies entirely for 6-12 months prior to surgery and post and the options are dairy or soy based and I cannot have either But here are things to consider as to why people gain weight or have difficulty losing weight: . PCOS, Cushings syndrome or conditions that effect the thyroid . Certain medications can cause hunger and weight gain or even water retention as well (although water retention would not be the main cause) .Genetic predisposition and gender definitely have a part to play in difficulties losing weight . Culture and upbringing effect relationships with food and diet . Income and physical ability to cook can impact what kind of foods you buy and whither ot not you make homemade foods or eat pre-made processed foods. I'm on government disability and I can afford very little so I have to be extremely strategic with only buying nutritive foods and ingredients. I haven't bought things like ice cream in over 7 years. Sometimes I cannot take the time to prepare a more healthy meal because of flareups of my chronic pain so I might have something like pasta which I try to only have one fiber carb once per day and pasta only two meals or so in a week. Chronic pain can impact what types of foods you can eat . Mental illnesses such as depression and/or mental disorders like ADHD can cause binge eating, un structured eating, sleep disturbances, bored eating, sleepwalking where they are eating at night, difficulties sleeping negatively impacts metabolism, lack of motivation to prepare healthy meals and the medications to treat these things can cause hunger or difficulty losing weight . Having multiple issues that negatively effect metabolism . Living a highly sedimentary lifestyle due to chronic pain, mobility issues, issues that make it difficult to adapt to temperature changes that might keep you indoors etc. Even having severe anxiety and being an introvert can hold someone back. . Misinformation and diet Culture doesn't help anyone . Hidden sugars in absolutely everything, it all adds up. Even fruits and vegetables have been bred and GMO'd so that they have significantly more sugar in them than they ever used to. In fact, in zoos a lot of zoologist are forced to completely alter the diets of the herbivore animals, especially the ones who primarily consume fruit because the sugar content is causing obesity in them. Most fruits are excluded and they primarily eat vegetables and supplements to be healthy. Food products are getting more and more sugary because people like the taste better and the companies only want to sell sell sell! They have no reason to keep things as they've always been. . Alcohol consumption as well as consuming drugs that cause hunger when high can also impact weight. . Sleep disorders and sleep patterns can greatly impact metabolism and weight loss/gain . Not being well educated on nutrition and foods and eating a well balanced diet . Digestive disorders can impact how our body processes sugars and fats. There's more talk about the role of gut bacteria and links to obesity . Living with untreated trauma and shame can drastically effect eating habits and motivation due to low self esteem and shame. Fear, shame and guilt is paralyzing. Once again, trauma effects sleep too and digestion as well. . Multiple large lymphomas or having lympodema (however it's spelled) or even having internal tumors could all also appear to simply be obesity....however not commonly found to be the truth all along. But if she's never had an ultrasound of her organs then it's something that's possible. I've heard of women who were chubby and then gradually grew massive tumors on ovaries but doctors just believing it's weight gain. . Emotional manipulation of enablers or people with obesity fetishes who don't have your mother's best interests at heart I know what it will take to lose my weight but most of the problems that hinder me are completely out of my control but there are things I can do that can help, even just a little bit. I'm not a mother but I'm an auntie to a 2yr old nephew whom I adore and he's just one more motivator for me to be healthier so I can play as much as I am able to and not be held back by my weight.

[@NicoleInPNW]

I'm the same age, also have PCOS, and have experienced that raging appetite. Leptin and grehlin are the hormones that control hunger and fullness. There are many natural ways to get things balanced, including avoiding processed foods. Also, supplementing with Zinc helps control appetite. "Miracle" drugs are often band-aid solutions that lead to other problems (as addressed in the video). They allow us to have our cake and eat it too, but rarely get to the root of what's causing our symptoms.

[@lilygriffin5800]

​@@amandasnider2644 That was a lot, but very intelligently put. Some of us have tried everything within our financial reach, and are just exhausted. Monday I saw my doctor and was thrilled to discover I was NOT at 300 lbs (275). Small victories! I am very cautious about weight loss drugs because one gave my mother heart issues. But I asked my doctor to get me on Ozempic because at 65, I NEED to lose weight for my health. Fortunately I am educated in supplements & vitamins and my health card covers what I need. Fingers crossed for this next step 🤞 for both of us❣️

[@agreeablegraylife]

​@@amandasnider2644 sounds like carnivore eating could really help you. Check it out. Very healing.

[@quantumspirit8439]

This is the FIRST time in my life I’ve heard the word OBESE uttered repeatedly in a conversation and not felt triggered, shamed, lessened, judged… Thank you 💜

[@michael-4k4000]

your welcome. I felt like that women on the video talked and talked and talked and never actually said anything. She spoke for over 2 hours and could have condensed those few points she had in about 5 or 6 minutes.

[@haylebales]

Please bring Johann back as a guest!! This was great!!

[@invitationtoserenity-RNcoach]

AGREE and he's not only providing intelligent important information. He's also hysterical!

[@hilarywinters2283]

The best!

[@thediva2098]

Wonderful balanced person

[@courtneyinsea]

I want a weekly, ongoing podcast cohosted by Mayim and Johann. This was an absolute delight to listen to, and I want to hear them talking about so many different topics.

[@user-hk9zg2jy1u]

In addition to his intelligence his movie quote knowledge was pretty impressive! Great guest, great show. Thank you.

[@chantallafrance297]

On the Beaches front. My mother was dying of cancer when it came out. Wind beneath my wings was my dad dance at my wedding. And now I am my moms age when she died, and am living with heart failure and cardiomyopathy. It live very close to my heart. Thank you for what you put into that film.

[@kimmc626]

We played that song at my sister’s funeral. She loved it, and it expressed exactly how I still feel about her. God, I miss her. Beautiful soul, loved by all, and taken from us by a drunk driver.

[@chantallafrance297]

So sorry for your tragic loss. This movie, and song are tied into lives. It's timeless

[@southbug27]

If there were a time machine, If go back in time & make a tv show with Mayim & her movie mom from Beaches. I love that movie. It’s the rare film that’s perfect in every single way; however, Mayim’s character is not only the best thing about that movie but it’s one of the best characters ever to appear in any film.

[@erincassidy-cernanec9755]

Mayim!!!!! Thank you thank you thank you for mentioning how difficult it is to be a working mom and to come home and have to also cook and clean and be the family manager. We need more awareness around “invisible labor!” Maybe a future podcast…?

[@Christine_GoBills]

This would be amazing! It's so much

[@sapphirehands7780]

This needs to be acknowledged more. Yes we can throw some stuff in the crockpot. I don’t think you really heard her. Women are tired. Women are exhausted. Women are working full time. And the majority of household duties, cooking and taking care of the children fall on women. In a lot of households, the division of labor is not equal. To have a good meals requires both parents to shoulder the responsibility of the home, the children, cooking and cleaning.

[@mccolk]

This would be a great author to have on for that topic. I absolutely loved this conversation on The Financial Diet. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2epl6uch7KEodk

[@wistfulwriter7]

@@sapphirehands7780 Absolutely! Who has the time for that with small children and a job, which most of us have? I am very privileged to have a great partner and some help, and even from this vantage point, every moment is near-overwhelming. Does he have small children? Has he tried to do literally anything around them? There are lots of things you *could* do if you had more time and energy. Like involve them in the process (which is great and we are doing, but again, no universe would I be able to do that if I didn't have help because even after 4-5 hours I start to get extraordinarily drained. I also have a "high-powered" job, but I promise, I would choose that any day in terms of sheer workload compared to parenting and engaging with a toddler (who I adore beyond anything)).

[@greygiraffe1403]

I feel like no one discusses the impact of semiglutide on people with medication related weight gain as a side effect to common medications like antipsychotics. I gained 120lbs over 5 years on these medications. I was hungry all the time. Since being on Wegovy, I feel like my old self, like the way I was before the medications. I’ve lost just shy of 100 lbs in the past year and physically I feel so much better. My sleep apnea has improved and I’m able to work out 2-3 times a week. This medication is truly a blessing for me.

[@kerrisouth]

That's great! Right there with you on antipsychotics. In the early stages of taking semaglutide.

[@greygiraffe1403]

@@kerrisouth best of luck! It made me feel like myself again, as in pre antipsychotics.

[@tash8308]

yes girl!!

[@tayciampa740]

I thought I couldn't take semiglutide with my antipsychotic ? Doesn't the antipsychotic render it ineffective? I've gained 50 pounds from abilify and would love to at least try semiglutide

[@regi5495]

Wow. I watched the whole video. I normally get bored and only watch videos for maybe 20 mins. Please bring this guy back for more conversation.

[@Whooshta]

5'7...at 325lbs. I am down 30lbs now after 8 weeks. My leg was swollen, and is now normal. I am now getting restful sleep AND feeling less depressed and more energy. I am working with my doctor for monthly check-ins before increasing the dose including blood tests. This stuff is painfully expensive, but for the first time in over a decade. I am excited to get my weight control and health on track. It's amazing.

[@kerrisouth]

Semaglutide from a compounding pharmacy is 1/5 the cost.😊😊😊😊😊

[@Whooshta]

@@kerrisouth Yeah compounding pharmacies are risk as F! No thanks. I rather go broke than risk my life with Walter White.

[@Cesar-pq2ck]

Awesome! Congrats and keep it up!

[@rgomoffat]

I run a food bank, and i would LOVE to discuss the food industrial complex and humans with you!

[@SquirrelGirl83]

That is our main source for food. It sometimes hands out not so good stuff and a few times stuff on recall lists.

[@denizgifford1670]

I was addicted to Sugar. I could not get enough. I detoxed 16months ago. Down 100lbs and whole foods are so healthy but taste so much better than I ever could have imagined. When I was addicted no matter how much you begged me I could not stop... Until I detoxed and got it out of my system I was never going to completely change my life... Now I am so grateful for the lifechanging detox. We do not treat the addiction side of our current food in western culture... only the calorie restriction and exercise part is ever talked about. I have close friends on Ozempic and I feel a lot of the same effects and none of the drawbacks. My appetite has gone way down. For me understanding how our brains are designed to crave sugar and how much of a poison it is to our body changed my life for the better. Beyond Grateful. From 420lbs to under 320 now. Best Physical condition and my body is doing things I never thought it would. From My allergies going away, to my eye site getting better. We keep poisoning ourselves with sugar and wonder why our bodies are not optimal. As a species we have not evolved to handle the level of sugar we consume... Average American consumes 120+g of sugar. Fake sugar is a bit of a farse too as it also triggers our dopamine response and can raise insulin to increase cravings. I feel like I have Hacked the matrix without drugs and cant believe i am finally living the life I was meant to live. This was what worked best for me not for everyone. No Judgement on People who use Ozempic either. All the power to you. Health is most important!

[@rebeccasimple69]

Down 317 lbs through food changes and getting off unhelpful meds

[@denizgifford1670]

@@rebeccasimple69 that’s amazing!!!

[@raebro8893]

How did you detox?

[@Kahlua2U]

Same question

[@denizgifford1670]

@@raebro8893 I went 30 days without eating any Sugar or Artificial sweeteners. Cold Turkey. It was hard but the first 4 days were the worst of it. after a week your tastebuds transform and you start to live you life without always being hungry. Now that 30 days is over 14 months and it has been great. There are a sugar detoxes out there. I would check them out if you are interested.

[@miahcrosby6810]

I’m 38. I was put on ozempic for my diabetes that I couldn’t get under control. Now that Ive been on it for over a year, my a1C is a 4. Something. I’m no longer detectable as a diabetic, or even a pre diabetic. I’m also off my BP meds too. - I almost can’t drink alcohol anymore.. it made me almost give up coffee too.. but I cut it down to a half cup a day. - I can’t talk highly enough about this !

[@CarolCurotto]

That’s amazing! My first husband suffered in attempts to control his diabetes. It was brutal. He passed away many years ago due to organ failure. He had been on dialysis daily for 4 yrs in the end … another absolutely horrible situation

[@elissa3188]

Interesting- now my curiousity is what happens when you go off the drug and try to maintain the results.

[@CarolCurotto]

@@elissa3188 I believe it’s supposed to be a lifetime maintenance drug …?

[@PyschoPike]

​@@elissa3188 You blood sugar goes up and you start dying slowly again, like any other diabetic?

[@cozyhaven6835]

@@elissa3188 All the problems come back. Rebound weight. Rebound diabetes. Etc.

[@mamabones99]

Mayim and Jonathan, this is the best ever. I look forward to Tuesdays every week. You have surpassed yourselves. I always listen to what Johann Hari had to say, wherever I see him. This is the best interview I have seen him give. The chemistry was great. I'm ready to play this all over again. Excellent 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@rebeccadelosreyes7799]

To respond to 48:10, for me it’s because food gives you love when no one else does. This is something I’ve mentally battled with growing up. Little to no food in the house, lots of neglect with a huge side of verbal and physical abuse. Been through years of therapy that helped all triggers. Stress eating has been the one I can’t get through. Still trying to fill that void from childhood

[@saharagold]

Food is your friend too. If you are isolated, lonely and missing connection in your life.

[@aninasmiles1]

You can really see that Johann is very Empathetic about this subject and not dismissive of all implications. I appreciated this balanced conversation about a very complicated subject.

[@TheOldHippiebilly]

Thank you, Mayim & Jonathan, for once again doing what y'all do best: exploring real issues in the real world to actually help people. As one who has battled addiction to alcohol & other drugs for over 50 years, I know that quitting the substance (or behavior) is only the very first step. The real struggle is for one's emotional health.

[@joycespecht3038]

They mentioned that people with Alcohol problems were helped - I know 2 people that were drunk more than they were sober - After going on GLP1's they completely quit drinking, they say they have no urge now to have a drink. They both have gone off of the meds one over a year ago, and the other about 6 months ago and they still have no urge to drink ( both had complications that they felt were side effects that were from the meds)

[@MOE-db8oc]

Breaking habits and to a certain extent addictions are getting through those first few weeks/months/years of change. As you described, it could be that the drugs allowed them to get to the point of making the change stick then they didn’t need them any more.

[@RachelBJ]

@@MOE-db8oc This effect on addiction is more about brain chemistry than behavioral habits

[@GenXUrbanHippie]

I felt so horrible on this drug and went off it after week seven. It wasn’t sustainable. All I did was spend seven weeks trying to manage all the horrible side effects - nausea and chronic constipation - I felt I had no quality of life. Instead, I went predominantly plant-based, some seafood, and movement that brings me joy (biking, walking & yoga). In eight weeks, I lost 25 lbs. I’ll take that over the horror of Ozempic anyday!!!

[@GenXUrbanHippie]

On the flip side, my SIL has lost like 50 lbs when years of working with a nutritionist and dieting were of no effect. It’s been liberating & transformative for her, and I am grateful she found something that worked for her

[@cmaden78]

🤗💜

[@cmaden78]

Also, LOVE your screen name 😂

[@sarahnei9030]

Sure

[@sarahnei9030]

Side effects of obesity are worse.

[@mmurphy4868]

Most impartial, non-biased talk about Ozempic I've ever heard. Amazing.

[@Trix897]

This is why I’m working on my emotional relationship with food before I try medical means to work on my eating disorders.

[@deann6256]

I am a 46 year old woman who has struggled with weight for the last 26 years. These medications have been nothing short of a miracle for me. Similarly to his story, after one year I am down 42 pounds. I am under doctor supervision during this process. It has completely changed my life for the positive like nothing else has.

[@alijane6675]

42 pounds has completely changed your life? 42 pounds? Please. You should not be on this med. There are no miracles, and if 42 pounds changed your life that much, it must be hella shallow. Lols

[@peixa79]

Congratulations! Same here, I'm 45, lost about 70 lbs in a year, still about 20 to go. But after the first 20 lbs my joints stopped hurting and my quality of life improved dramatically.

[@kimmc626]

@FarBear-by6rwSpeaking just for myself, cholesterol has gone way down, diabetes is being managed, blood pressure is normalized, fatty liver is recovering, GERD has disappeared, inflammation gone… It is literally saving my life.

[@Speedracer-Girl]

I'm a very active 53 yr old who had hormones blow up my weight. Semaglutide overseen by a Dr helped me lose 32 pounds and my mental and physical quality of life is monumentally better.

[@ruthcopely7695]

I have chosen Bright Line Eating, avoiding sugar, flour, and processed food. I have lost and am maintaining my current weight. No drugs for me. 🥰

[@LitHouseTieDye]

That makes me happy. My mother died at 64 from obesity and I am always happy to hear people helping themselves to live better since she could not and the loss was devasting. Keep it up. I'm sugar. flour, processed food free too. Nothing tastes as good as good health feels.

[@sbrooke210]

That's hilarious that someone put a name to common sense, and is probably making money off of it

[@LindaC616]

Congrats!

[@LindaC616]

​@@sbrooke210I think that more than one company has done that

[@sabinagal9953]

Brightline Eating works because it addresses the addiction to processed food. In my opinion for that reason it is more effective than Ozempic in the long run.

[@reno5964]

Combined Wegovy with a Keto diet. Down 41 lbs in 3 months! 29 lbs to go to a healthy BMI. Off all my asthma meds except one allery pill (from 4 meds daily!). I have so much more energy. My wedding ring had not fit in 10 years and now it's loose. I'm very pleased with my results.

[@nancilane5069]

@reno5964. Thank you so much for your input! I haven't finished this podcast yet and actually was listening to it while napping (-Mayim & Johntahan's voices are comforting to me -I'll then listen to it while awake). I've been wondering about Wegovy too.

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

Wooohooo. I didn’t lose much with keto for years. And worked out. Turns out I can’t eat beef And processed meats bc of a stomach condition. I’m still on a weight loss journey. No doctor has offered anything to help lose weight. They said don’t eat bread when I just told them I have not eaten bread in years bc it’s always made me sick. 🙃🙃🙃 these doctors don’t listen or help.

[@kariannsutherland4850]

I’m doing high protein low carb. Not sure if that’s the the same thing. I make sure I do 2 Atkins protein shakes a day or an atkins protein shake and a nonfat plain greek yogurt shake mixed with frozen fruit and equal with coconut water or regular water to thin a bit. I’m finishing my second pen tomorrow and I’m down 34 pounds. It was .25 first 4,weeks and .50 since so I guess that’s 8 weeks or 9 I can’t remember the exact date I started.

[@kariannsutherland4850]

At 5-8 1/2 and larger boned it says I should be 150 to 170. At this moment I’m at 188.5 I think if I get to around 160 - 165 that would be ideal for me. I’m going to try to go to the 150 so I can work on building my strength and conditioning my muscles back and actually get in shape then I’ll end up in the 160-165 because muscle is heavier. Does that sound right or am I figuring it wrong

[@helenaquin1797]

​@kariannsutherland4850 Muscle does weigh more than fat, but takes up less volume than fat. It's interesting to see women of a specific weight before/after fat loss/muscle development. They all look slimmer and very healthy. It sounds like you've a plan!

[@lg4377]

i recently retired from a high stress, high demand, long hours job. in just a few weeks i lost 10 pounds. the only difference was reduction in stress and increase in hours slept. i think there is more to it than fast food, diet, and all of that. my food cravings decreased when the stress left. i used to love sugar, and don't care for it now. obviously we need to work to survive, but i think we need to look more into our work culture.

[@brandihodges9548]

I agree! My mom and I are T2D. She said it took about 6 months after retiring for the stress to be gone and her a1c to lower. I'm working on a high stress job site now and know it's not good for me.

[@melissasnyder5745]

As someone who was obese, and drinking too much, who then went on Wegovy and is now a healthy weight and no longer drinking..... AND who feeds my children 90% whole homemade foods, with zero food dyes, this video makes me feel like I am doing the best that I can for my children given this environment in the midwest USA. Thank you so much for this information! Breaking the cycle :)

[@oriolrhodes8941]

Love this. I am 59 on Ozempic. After an illness a ballooned to 345 pounds. It has been a long 17 year journey. ❤I am now 180 pounds. I am not trying to get to my pre baby 20-30s weight, I feel great look good and am happy that Ozempic was available to help. ❤

[@leannacinq-mars7254]

So when I first saw the title of this video. I was scared, because I take Ozempic and I thought I had to stop. I’ve been overweight or obese for all my life. And because of that and a knee injury, both my knees are shot. I am now 49 years old. And next spring, I have to get both knees replaced. I have been using Ozempic since about 2 years. I do have the side effect of curbing my appetite and nothing else I know of. I do have type 2 diabetes and was the reason why I started. I do now use it for weight loss. I have found out that I’ll probably will be on it for the rest of my life. But the main thing is that I can keep the weight off so that my knee surgery recovery is easier without being 300 lbs like when I started taking Ozempic. That is a positive sign.

[@janinegriffiths8281]

Sounds like you are taking it for the right reasons. Good luck with your knee surgery.

[@HappilyFureverAfterFarm]

I’m taking it for the exact reasons of my knees and chronic obesity.

[@rebeccaharper4]

I have been on Ozempic for nearly 2 years. My blood sugar level went from 180+ to NORMAL - 101, 115, it varies. (I check every morning) I've "only" lost 10 lbs. or so, but the primary reason was to keep me from stroking out with diabetes. It's truly a miracle drug for me.

[@hylabee]

Ok I'm going to come back to watching this because I'm at work and I will get to emotional but it has really helped my blood sugar and the fat has just melted off after geting into a good groove of eating and exercising for the first time in my life and i'm over 50!

[@AdaraBalabusta]

My physician pushed me to take Ozempic and wrote me two prescriptions, although he knew that I had had four endocrine tumors (pituitary, parathyroid, thyroid, and adrenal). While I have not yet been diagnosed with MEN2 or had the genetic test, I am not taking Ozempic due to the possibility. Better safe than a news story! ♥

[@kerrisouth]

​@FarBear-by6rwHashimoto's is not a contraindication, so I'm curios...

[@dawncelestino2086]

Ai have theyroid cancer myself and I am on it. I don't care at this point. I feel like I need it to help me with the insulin resistance and hunger.

[@elizabethmadron1336]

You are not supposed to take it if you have had thyroid cancer. Have you read the fine print? It even says it in the commercial!

[@paulawalton4410]

@FarBear-by6rw I have Hashimotos. I take less thyroid medication from Ozempic.

[@paulawalton4410]

@@elizabethmadron1336 She just said "She does not care" I feel the same way. "I don't care what it does down the road. By that time, I will be elderly and it won't matter.Yes, I read the pamphlet and know about all of the side effects

[@trishpacheco7586]

An enjoyable honest podcast. Jonathan's words really struck a chord with me. I am the same way with my addictions. So nice to hear it from another human being. Yes, if I open up a bag of chips I have to eat the whole bag. The addiction is real. I have cut out enriched flour, bread and processed food. My life has forever changed. I have lost 27 lb and I am using my CPAP machine on a lower setting. I eat the same meals in rotation And I'm more satisfied with food now more than ever. Thank you so much.

[@purpledragonfly313]

I think I’ve seen about 20 interviews with Johann Hari and it never gets old. He is a terriffic story teller and no interview is exactly the same, because people Ask different questions. Love you both, so it was an easy click and the interview was great 🎉

[@Ren_coaching]

Dr. Tyna Moore’s 4 part series on Semaglutide is VERY informative. Perhaps interview her, too.

[@b.douglas2753]

Exactly!

[@pam.h4007]

I'm not on Ozempic or a candidate. I appreciated the informed and balanced discussion on the topic. I appreciated hearing that it is appropriate for some but not all people

[@thelmaedwards5293]

If you are emotionally eating, food is helping you deal with feelings so to speak; when you don't have that outlet anymore you might get anxious, etc. I'm a recovering alcoholic and when I first quit drinking all these emotions I was suppressing using alcohol came to the surface. People should be aware they may need emotional support when taking the drug.

[@PamelaMelton-m9h]

Concerned 😊

[@odysseyscots1]

agreed, emotional support needed. the problem with overeating is that you can't QUIT eating. Food noise is a real thing that is hard to understand, just like alcohol cravings isn't something I can understand. The main concern I have is overuse and overdose - most people don't need to push the dose up in order to get (healthy) control of their eating patterns and food types.

[@Peppermon22]

Agreed. When I had a partner who I could talk to and get dopamine off of I was thin. Not having someone to touch and open up to I gained 40lbs. I truly believe just having someone to cuddle and laugh with would help my weight and overall life. Instead everyone insists we work on ourselves and be happy alone.

[@wvhollargirl7549]

As a human dealing with addiction and who most people I'm around loves me. Clearly, I'm not being honest. I fear hurting others more than healing myself.

[@jamiersher5131]

If it helps, think of how hurt they'll be in they lose you to addiction and never had any idea you were struggling. Hope this helps! Know I'm praying for you!

[@awildagarcia9673]

There’s so many layers to this conversation that’s resonating with me… such an important topic to discuss for everyone!!!! As someone with a binge/restrict disordered eating disorder I empathize with the internal struggle to be happy in your own skin…to this day I still struggle

[@Saramarie202]

Couldn’t agree more about Beaches and the rest omg just an excellent conversation. Mayim continues to be a luminary of truth and conduit of curiosity ✨

[@mamawise813]

In reference to Jonathan talking towards the end about not preparing your food vs delivered food. I couldn't tell you where I read it but it explained that the digestion process starts in the preparation period. With delivered or microwaved foods... you miss that step in your digestive needs. Logic tells me that it is a necessary factor in breaking down foods effectively to get the best of what we consume as well as the fact that you're more likely to be cooking healthier in general. I'd love to learn more about the science of that also. Great episode!

[@IWantToRideMyBike]

I’m so happy that I found a supportive doctor. She never brings up weight, but is there to support me when I told her that I want to lose weight.

[@annaw7437]

I fell in love with him after his first DOAC interview a couple of years ago, when he was talking about stolen focus. He is a DELIGHT to listen to, and has such a big wonderful heart!

[@coconutty4808]

Red up about his work at The Independent and criticisms of claims in his books… highly disappointing and just shows you can’t trust someone just because they speak so convincingly!

[@danimartin818]

@@coconutty4808 I looked and that was some relatively mild issues with plagerism literally 13 years ago (basically putting words from other people's interviews in the mouths of the people he interviewed when what they said to him was not clear enough). Nothing that he said in this interview was false and inaccurate as far as I could tell and he was spot on with all of it.

[@ThebookishSAHM]

Very interesting episode. I looked up if Ozempic is freely available in the Netherlands (where i live) and it turns out it is forbidden by law for doctors to prescribe it to anyone who does not have diabetise type 2. So there are examples of restrictive, and i would say protective, regulation out there in the world.

[@kerrisouth]

There are other serious diseases besides type 2 diabetes, methinks.

[@fernbrisot325]

Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes, whereas Wegovy is approved for weight loss. They are the exact same medication, available in the exact same dosages. Same for Mounjaro and Zepbound.

[@danapick8195]

You didn't go deeper into the thyroid issues. I am hypothyroid and am overweight but not terribly. I have thought of Ozempic but my thyroid issues have held me back. I don't eat big meals because the moment I overeat I gain weight!!! I am trying to just keep my weight at a healthy place. This episode with Johann HAri was SUPER interesting! Thank you!! I didn't know him, but have now bought his book!!!

[@lhbuttercup]

Have been taking compounded Tirzepatide for 8 months. Lost 75 lbs. Health markers vastly improved. History of severe depression and anxiety. In therapy and my therapist is amazed at how well I am coping with life. My mental health is so much better. In addition I am chronically ill with Crohn's disease. My GI said staying on this medication is as important as my JAK inhibitor for maintaining remission. No side effects at all and I now qualify for a hip replacement I couldn't have without the weight loss. Will be on a GLP blocker the rest of my life.

[@megaradtron]

I absolutely second what you said about how "it just doesn't stick". I am there.

[@Bobbi-upnorth]

Amazing interview. One point that came to mind is something I recently learned. When we woke up as a nation and stopped smoking anywhere and everywhere, the big cigarette companies bought up big food companies and moved the engineers who made smoking addictive over to the crap food industry and put them to work finding the 'bliss point' in each type of frankenfood to make it addictive.

[@KimberleyClayton2010]

I had no idea… this makes sense and it’s infuriating

[@vanessawhitneypro]

I felt this way about Fen-Fen... For me, eating is NOT a physical thing... It's mental... Do what you want, but ALWAYS pursue good mental health.

[@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676]

You talk like brain function is a choice.

[@genuineno5]

I was put on fen-fen and ended up with a leaky heart valve. So now I'm completely afraid of any weight loss drugs.

[@SheilaR.08]

​@@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676Seeking help to manage issues is absolutely a choice.

[@vanessawhitneypro]

@@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676 Not at all... I STILL struggle with my weight. I'm saying that no matter your meds, one must be mindful of one's mental health. I see a counselor & try to work on changing my brain... Believe me, I'm still compulsive, just less so.

[@vanessawhitneypro]

@@genuineno5 A few friends (and one relative) all experienced health issues after they took it, too. I wish you luck.

[@lillibargeld8152]

Such a good Podcast. I had an ED in my young adult years. And people don't understand, that you have to eat to survive. But when you're in war with food it becomes a war for your life. And even if you're overcame it, it's in your head for many years longer. Body dismorphia can last a life long. So you can say you go on your own little fight every day to stay healthy... Especially for your loved ones. Thank you for this episode ♥️ Lots of love from Germany 🌸

[@Lilbopprrr]

It absolutely breaks my heart that anyone suggested weight loss to you Mayim, at a size 6. We all want to see ourselves represented in the entertainment we watch, but the people who create and produce them stock them with skinny people for the most part and it doesn't reflect what the average American looks like. Understandably they're going to choose people with more curb appeal as far as being more attractive in the face, but we are all shapes and sizes and that should be okay. Always okay.

[@MRUdC]

This was one of the best conversations I’ve gotten to listen in on. Loved what everyone brought to the table, long anecdotes, no interruptions, just good quality conversation. Thanks!

[@NancyEllenB]

"You still wake up you." Nailed it. None of the medications or pills or drinks or the things in the world can change the tiny changes required to make us TRULY (and I mean TRULY) content, peaceful, and happy being ourselves.

[@helenaquin1797]

Sometimes when weight loss happens fairly quickly, a sense of elation can take hold at seeing such rapid change. This sense of elation can become our next addiction and can almost create a real drag effect once a goal weight is reached, as, what else is there? Then a negative emotional spiral can ensue and the overeating for comfort puts us back on the rollercoaster. If the goal is to eat healthily every day, this let down can be avoided, the weight comes off gradually, and minds don't become obsessed.

[@danicapapali7810]

But It would be nice to be treated well again, to wear normal clothes, jump on the trampoline longer, wear a swim suit without being embarrassed and go back to a mile a day in the pool.

[@rhondaboncordo9776]

Thank you so much for stating the 12 step program for eating disorder. I have talked about this for years, and many people act like it can't possibly thing.

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

I’ve gotten that hate. People won’t be friends with me just because I’m overweight. I barely eat have to tell myself to eat. Not every overweight person eats a lot. Many of us are healthy and don’t have a big appetite

[@TRANScendingwithLogannGrayce]

This is part of the problem. Most people are not eating enough no matter what size they are and most doctors don't see to understand how starving at any size is not ok and people who are fat and barely eat should absolutely not be put on medications like ozempic and wegovy and Semaglutide

[@candipauline]

Calories in calories out. Find out how many calories you burn in a day. Count your calories and consume less then you burn. That is how you lose weight.

[@Marisha0111]

​@@candipauline Not always. Things are way more complicated

[@candipauline]

@Marisha0111 if your not losing weight then it means your burning less calories then your consuming. You could only be burning 600 calories a day so more then likely your not gonna lose weight because most people with common sense isn't gonna only eat 500 calories to lose weight. But technically, it is that simple. You just have to find that amount and be willing to eat less. I know that could mean agonizing stomach pains and other issues but that is how one loses weight.

[@Marisha0111]

@@candipauline I'm happy that this is how it works for you. However my comment was meant to say that it doesn't work like this for everyone, and oversimplification doesn't help anyone. I'm a dog walker, I walk 10-20 km on a daily basis, walking with a dog is not always just waking, the dog also pulls, runs, you bend to throw a ball etc. Over the last decade I have tried eating every range between 600 to 2000 calories. I get +500 grams of weight a month regardless. I have extensive tests done and visited a lot of doctors. People like you who think that they know everything and are smarter than everyone are one of the largest problems with our society. I have met doctors like you, nurses like you, neighbors like you, who talk about things you have no understanding of, like you are an expert. And am honestly on my last nerve with this nonsense.

[@cathyray6030]

I'm vegan for several reasons, but I do believe that I am so much healthier eating whole foods! As a child I was chubby and was made fun of by other children and my own mother... Now, I am a slender and healthy 65 year old mom, Nana, and girlfriend! And.... I have a vegetable garden too! Thank you for another great podcast!

[@ravent3016]

A lot of vegan products are processed and unhealthy

[@sweingold5686]

And I do use a crockpot. Also, I have had a box of produce delivered to my home from Farm Fresh To You every 3 weeks for about 20 years. ( you can select various delivery rates). That has helped me eat more fresh whole food.

[@missknight9]

Mayim you did a fantastic job with this interview. Johann is a wonderful guest and I’ve seen many of his interviews. But I do have to admit it has felt like if you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. In this interview you found a way to really connect with him to draw out fresh insights in addition to the wealth of knowledge Johann has to share. This was a true delight to watch.

[@margaretsharp499]

I have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol. CPTSD and depression that gives me days where I walk from my bed to the kitchen, continuously eating to the point I can feel it in my throat. Other days, my ADHD and anxiety keep me bouncing from chores and projects and I might manage lunch. Years ago I was struggling with my weight, then I quit drinking and smoking......I skyrocketed over 200 lbs. I started using trulicity last year and then this year it was impossible to get filled every month. I fully believe, now, that I have a sugar addiction that I was feeding with my excessive drinking and am now using food to appease. My sugar intake jumped horrifically once I sobered. I try using my psychiatrist's and psychologist's coping tricks to get a handle on the situation. It's a struggle, but until I get a grip on it I don't feel that I've actually quit drinking

[@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676]

It's very common to switch one addiction for another. Some people even manage to turn healthy behaviors into an addiction, and they can become unhealthy. Try adding education about how the brain functions and it may help. Robert Sapolsky's books are a great place to start, but he is an actual Neuroendocrinologist and is not an influencer. He is a Stanford Professor. It can't hurt to know what is happing in your brain after all.

[@Harley_Girl68]

I’m an alcoholic. For a several years I replaced my addiction with food. I had to figure out how to stop doing that. I went to an addiction counselor. He said I had to reset my “stinking drinking thinking”. He said I was still thinking like an alcoholic instead of like someone who didn’t have an addiction. I may always be an alcoholic but I had to stop thinking like one. I realized the meetings I was going to, the people may have been alcohol free but they were all still struggling with wanting to have that drink. I was too although in a different way. It took awhile but I changed my thinking by reminding myself that I was clean and sober now and I didn’t need to keep going on with my way of thinking. “Stinking Drinking Thinking” sounded like a crazy person and I wasn’t crazy!! With regular visits to an addiction counselor it would have been easier but I managed.

[@amandasnider2644]

Ozempic gives me hope. I'm trying to convince my doctor to at least give it a try as I fully qualify to try it in Canada (I'm Canadian) for multiple qualifying reasons Not a doctor but I just wanted to add some perspective from my own experiences as a 5'2" female who's nearly 300 pounds and I'm 29 with multiple health issues including mobility and chronic pain issues. I don't have any tips I can give from personal experience on how to lose weight other than the fact I lost weight by eating Nutrisystem meals for 2 years but its a temporary fix, it's expensive and I doubt it's healthier nutritionally speaking. I cannot go back onto Nutrisystem due to developing a whole lot of dietary restraints. I also want to say that I've been assessed for bariatric surgery twice from two separate clinics but it didn't work out because: . The dieticians and nutrionists all concluded I eat a remarkably healthy diet despite my very long list of food sensitivities. Luckily I cannot eat any high fat/ high calorie highly processed foods, foods with high sugar content (I have nearly cut all unnatural sugars from my diet to help lower inflammation), I cannot eat 75% of food available from restaurants and only 5% of fast food available. I cannot consume anything deep fried. . They determined that if I had the surgery I was at risk of worsening my already awful IBS symptoms and could develop ulcers from my medications . They required me to be on slimfast smoothies entirely for 6-12 months prior to surgery and post and the options are dairy or soy based and I cannot have either But here are things to consider as to why people gain weight or have difficulty losing weight: . PCOS, Cushings syndrome or conditions that effect the thyroid . Certain medications can cause hunger and weight gain or even water retention as well (although water retention would not be the main cause) .Genetic predisposition and gender definitely have a part to play in difficulties losing weight . Culture and upbringing effect relationships with food and diet . Income and physical ability to cook can impact what kind of foods you buy and whither ot not you make homemade foods or eat pre-made processed foods. I'm on government disability and I can afford very little so I have to be extremely strategic with only buying nutritive foods and ingredients. I haven't bought things like ice cream in over 7 years. Sometimes I cannot take the time to prepare a more healthy meal because of flareups of my chronic pain so I might have something like pasta which I try to only have one fiber carb once per day and pasta only two meals or so in a week. Chronic pain can impact what types of foods you can eat . Mental illnesses such as depression and/or mental disorders like ADHD can cause binge eating, un structured eating, sleep disturbances, bored eating, sleepwalking where they are eating at night, difficulties sleeping negatively impacts metabolism, lack of motivation to prepare healthy meals and the medications to treat these things can cause hunger or difficulty losing weight . Having multiple issues that negatively effect metabolism . Living a highly sedimentary lifestyle due to chronic pain, mobility issues, issues that make it difficult to adapt to temperature changes that might keep you indoors etc. Even having severe anxiety and being an introvert can hold someone back. . Misinformation and diet Culture doesn't help anyone . Hidden sugars in absolutely everything, it all adds up. Even fruits and vegetables have been bred and GMO'd so that they have significantly more sugar in them than they ever used to. In fact, in zoos a lot of zoologist are forced to completely alter the diets of the herbivore animals, especially the ones who primarily consume fruit because the sugar content is causing obesity in them. Most fruits are excluded and they primarily eat vegetables and supplements to be healthy. Food products are getting more and more sugary because people like the taste better and the companies only want to sell sell sell! They have no reason to keep things as they've always been. . Alcohol consumption as well as consuming drugs that cause hunger when high can also impact weight. . Sleep disorders and sleep patterns can greatly impact metabolism and weight loss/gain . Not being well educated on nutrition and foods and eating a well balanced diet . Digestive disorders can impact how our body processes sugars and fats. There's more talk about the role of gut bacteria and links to obesity . Living with untreated trauma and shame can drastically effect eating habits and motivation due to low self esteem and shame. Fear, shame and guilt is paralyzing. Once again, trauma effects sleep too and digestion as well. . Multiple large lymphomas or having lympodema (however it's spelled) or even having internal tumors could all also appear to simply be obesity....however not commonly found to be the truth all along. But if she's never had an ultrasound of her organs then it's something that's possible. I've heard of women who were chubby and then gradually grew massive tumors on ovaries but doctors just believing it's weight gain. . Emotional manipulation of enablers or people with obesity fetishes who don't have your mother's best interests at heart I know what it will take to lose my weight but most of the problems that hinder me are completely out of my control but there are things I can do that can help, even just a little bit. I'm not a mother but I'm an auntie to a 2yr old nephew whom I adore and he's just one more motivator for me to be healthier so I can play as much as I am able to and not be held back by my weight.

[@kimmc626]

@@amandasnider2644Sending you positive vibes and sincere hope that you and your doctors can find a healthy solution. God bless. ❤️

[@amandasnider2644]

@@kimmc626 Thank you 😊

[@AceysWildflower]

This podcast and guest made me SMILE so big. Tough topic but what a joy to listen to your conversation.

[@melissahodgson1958]

There’s also an emotional component that people seem to ignore with weight loss. A lot of us are finding that the weight keeps us in this “role” that others expect us to be in. The weight loss helps us break free of expectation and allows us to make decisions for ourselves rather than a co dependent requirement.

[@rslagle2689]

One of the best episodes so far! Over 2 hours and felt like 20 minutes. Enjoyed all the information and discussion!

[@livingbeings]

Donut shops on every corner and not a vegetable in sight. Unless you live in a very wealthy area, American food is a disaster.

[@SalyLuz-hc6he]

Growing your own or finding out where the nearby Farmers Market’s are can make a vast improvement in most everyone’s diet!

[@sbrooke210]

America has a serious sickness. They are missing with our minds, and they are doing it on purpose

[@sarahfellows3074]

Nit as bad in UK but every high street is full of chocolate bars and one in two people puffing out lungs full of cancer sticks too 😩 betting shopd everywhere ...it should all be locked in a box at the back of the shop as a public heath intervention

[@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676]

@@SalyLuz-hc6he Not everyone has enough room, and Farmers Markets are prohibitively expensive.

[@roryteal5940]

Thank Bill Gates for making healthy food poisonous with that crap Appeal they put on fruits and Veggies as a preservative. 🤮

[@expectingthebeach2368]

i love love love how sincere he is, perfect combination of knowledge and heart, thank you

[@taylorh1020]

I just stopped and googled beaches in the 1970s like he suggested and knew before I even hit "enter" that everyone will be skinny and healthy looking. 100% true. I remember when I was a kid I never saw an obese person even at Disneyland. All of sudden you have ultra-processed foods being everywhere and cheap and now we are where we are.

[@SheilaR.08]

Back then, we were fit, strong, and active. As kids, we'd stay outside and play every day til the streetlights came on, running and climbing trees. We ate real food, not processed/fast food. Not much snacking between meals, and we never had soda in the house. I never felt deprived because those things weren't on my radar back then.

[@jillsarah7356]

But keep in mind two factors: 1. Most photographers are going to look at crowds for “conventionally attractive” aka thin people to photograph, photographers, journalistic or otherwise, are just as biased as anyone else. 2. Social stigma towards fat (used as a neutral term) people was significantly worse in the 1970s. And for quite a few decades afterwards. Most fat people did not feel comfortable going to a beach then.

[@randymlekush754]

Mayim--I love your authenticity and humor. You have a fabulous show. I am a retired mental-health therapist and have worked mostly with traumatized clients. I think the issue of sex and attractiveness needs to also be addressed. Traumatized people often had no control over what was done to their bodies and souls. Often, one of their comforts is food. The depth of terror that so many women and men have dealt with in childhood is literally buried in their bones. Then they live in a world where their "overweight-protected" body is shamed and hated by the world. You did basically cover many of these psychological issues, but a traumatized person is usually traumatized for life. They just learn ways to cope and heal what can be healed. In our beauty-oriented world, I don't know what the solution is, because eating healthy is so very important. My heart just breaks for people who continue to be abused by such a fake and judgmental culture.

[@kimberlyrogers0804]

This was perfect timing of this episode. I literally just finished the audiobook this morning. Thank you for having him on. Loved the Beaches lines at the end too. ❤

[@carlyprice4101]

Please have Dr. Tyna Moore and continue this conversation. She had so much more to add!!

[@candiceweddington9306]

I have several friends who take ozempic for casual weight loss. One has a teenage daughter who rode along for an appointment, and when she asked if she was eligible to try it, she was told that because they are a “med spa,” there are no regulations based on age/weight, and they’d be happy to get her started if she wanted. She is a perfectly healthy, 19 year old, size 2, college athlete! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@melissaelton1644]

Noooo! :(

[@purpledragonfly313]

So scary 😔

[@MiraBoo]

Wtf? How is that even legal????

[@sheilasmith5114]

😮😢

[@least.114]

I am on ozempic as well for a year now. That is not right if a med spa can put a 19 yr old on these meds without obese and a medical condition . My son is 17, and we took him to a doctor to get treatment for pre-diabetes and we didn't even start at these meds and I love them, but u can't risk your kids health when there are other options to try first.

[@SarahHorner]

I wanted to know about Oxempic and this podcast was my trusted source for the first overview. This was really helpful and I appreciated you speedy run through at the end of issues that hadn’t been covered. Truly multi-layered topic.

[@Pronchick1]

Wow! One of your very best podcasts! Thank you for introducing me to Johann. He is so wise, clear and funny! Jonathan, thank you for your closing comments about our relationship with food. So important! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@HappilyFureverAfterFarm]

I just started Ozempic and know I have to address the emotional eating at the same time.

[@BetterDays_Now]

If you lose weight too fast, or take it too long, it makes your face look sunk and ages it. Watch the mirror and slow down if you need to. See Sharon Osborne Ozempic photos.

[@passengershamingparody]

@@BetterDays_Now that happens to anyone who loses a significant amount of weight. it's not an Ozempic thing.

[@Myrafly]

I am working on finding my joy. It's not an easy thing we're not used to it. But I think that's a big part of working on my emotional eating

[@joelgarf]

Try Noom. It really helped me.

[@curiousrph2234]

Appreciate the episode! My experience has been whether it’s opioid, ssri, or glp1-agonist over-prescribing,the onus never falls on the physicians. They are never part of the conversation. It’s infuriating.

[@orland0110]

Wonderful conversation with Johann Hari. I enjoy watching your podcast so much Mayim! ❤

[@samanthagaton1310]

What is your 12 step program because I have struggled with disordered eating for years and would love to seek help. Love this episode!

[@nabdesoceans]

After taxing this medication, I suffered from severe depression and discovered it is linked with depression and suicide attempts…. It was never mentioned to me as a risk, so while it is wonderful for some people, it is not without risks!

[@susan1156]

I cant tell you how much I love these podcasts. I get so much from them. Thank you

[@MayimBialik]

🥹🤯

[@litamccoy6121]

This was an awesome show. I am doing the Eli Lily trizepitide double blind study. I’ve been on this since 11/2023 and 50 lbs down. There was a lot going into why I chose to do this study, but mainly due to so many using these drugs outside of the criteria that it’s intended. I certainly eat and have had a pretty clean diet for years. I certainly feel better. But the side effects at times were overwhelming but now that I’m at full dose my body has adjusted.

[@megancordray7203]

I just started taking terizeptide thru a med spa. I have Pcos, prediabetic, obese. The only side effect I’ve had so far is I’m tired the day after I take a shot. This is the only thing that has helped me lose weight in years. I eat really healthy and 75% of the time in a caloric deficit. But with PCOs that doesn’t matter for some people.

[@litamccoy6121]

@@megancordray7203 I’m happy for you. That’s awesome to finally be making progress. In May I finally am out of pre-diabetic and normal A1C.

[@MounjarojourneywithPam]

Wow you are currently in Maine if there double studies that’s cool. I’ve been on Mounjaro since August 2023 and I’ve lost 50% of my body weight I am no longer pre diabetic and now I can walk up stairs and bend my knees and get on my knees, kneel, I feel great I also walk daily and I eat clean and organic foods. Grass fed beef and free range chicken I’m avoiding processed foods as much as I can I’m so grateful to this and to Eli Lilly And I own partial stock now too

[@MounjarojourneywithPam]

I also had pcos too

[@MounjarojourneywithPam]

Wow you are currently in Maine if there double studies that’s cool. I’ve been on Mounjaro since August 2023 and I’ve lost 50% of my body weight I am no longer pre diabetic and now I can walk up stairs and bend my knees and get on my knees, kneel, I feel great I also walk daily and I eat clean and organic foods. Grass fed beef and free range chicken I’m avoiding processed foods as much as I can I’m so grateful to this and to Eli Lilly And I own partial stock now too

[@cherigalayda8533]

I think researching the way food is grown, processed, and marketed could be most important for lasting health and body weight. Also, I believe it is best when a doctor considers their patients mind, body and spirit. Yes the psychological aspect needs to be addressed as well. However, not all of psychology gives the proper results. Marry your food intake with your psychology. EFT is just one of many alternatives to talk psychology. Exercise or what I call movement. Whether it is through dance, gardening, qi gong, gyms,etc. This is a lifestyle not just a diet.

[@OldEarthWisdom]

"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I will meet you there". Rumi

[@MH-nz5pd]

When I emotionally overeat, it is almost never because I'm hungry. So a hunger suppressant is not the answer for me. Psychological work is helping me.

[@Myrafly]

For me it is not merely a hunger suppressant. It makes me nauseous so I cannot eat. This is not for everybody but so far working for me

[@mirandah6446]

For me, it takes away the emotional connection to food. The urge is gone and for the first time in my life I can think clearly about what I put in my body.

[@Natasha-tu5qs]

I had anorexia nervosa as a teen with some reccurence in my 20s and so much of this conversation is so relatable. I would have a target weight, and then when I reached it I actually felt worse. Im glad this drug wasn't around when I was a teen because I can almost guarantee I would have tried to get my hands on it. Not that starving myself was a problem. Its very scary to think of how this is going to impact young women and some young men. This drug needs to be restricted for those who are overweight and need it to improve their health.

[@alisonthefrenchswan1407]

As a type 2 diabetic i was put on ozempic along with tresiba to control my diabetes. I was on ozempic for 2 years when i started having extreme burning in my middle abdomin. Didnt matter what i ate. After multiple tests it was identified i had pancreatitus (one of the noted side effects) and early stage pancreatic cancer (surprise). Starting with surgery to remove 60% of my pancreas, then 6 months of chemo, im still having catscans/mris a year later and praying it doesnt come back. I took ozempic because i was a diabetic. I cringe when i hear people are taking it to lose weight after what ive gone through. Its not worth the risk in my opinion to get cancer.

[@liezelkarsten173]

Wow! So sorry this has happened to you.

[@HelenSinger]

How much were you perscribed?

[@lhbuttercup]

Also, many obese people have insulin resistance. Insulin resistance drove my disordered eating that ranged from atypical anorexia to huge weight gains to bulemia with the cycle repeating continuely. Healed my relationship with food. Now able to eat intuitively, as I am no longer fighting a metabolic disorder.

[@CB_Butler]

I LOOOOOVED this conversation!! Great teaching moments and sheer human JOY! Thank you!!

[@MayimBialik]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing and for being here 🧠🫶

[@kimpletz1263]

THANK YOU - I have been waiting for a true look at at these drugs and systemic issues in society along with the Finicial Benifits of keeping a population fat wanting info that brings it all together. This is the best info out there looking at all the issues surrounding this I have been on Ozempic for 2 years for pre diabetes- I’ve lost 60 pounds and my food addiction is gone - I have told my friends I eat like “a normal person now” this saved my life Thank you so much for this talk ❤

[@HiluT]

Jonathan the point about food making rituals is just to the point ❤Thank you both ❤

[@melissarenfro7879]

Thank you for a wonderful podcast. As someone who has battled weight issues since my teenage years, I have yet to find a way to help me find a healthy lifestyle in order to reach a healthy weight. Between family history, medical issues, and a health insurance plan that does not cover medications/surgeries for obesity, it was refreshing to hear his message about the use of this medication. In reading the comments, I have learned about new ways I can try to achieve a healthier lifestyle. I look forward to more informative podcasts in the future. Thanks again!

[@dragoncubacademy]

One thing I don't hear discussed enough is the relationship between inflammation and health, as relates to weight. Inflammation can cause weight gain, accompanied by joint pain, hypertension, malaise, cognitive decline, poor resistance to disease... all blamed on "weight" when really, the weight is a co-occurrence, not the cause. When doctors (et al) overlook inflammation as a possible cause for "obesity" and its associates, then badger patients about "diet" as a collection of calories versus active agents in the body, their recommendations are often destructively shaming (impugning a patient's fund of knowledge, discipline AND appearance) and counterproductive. That is to say, what we eat can affect inflammation, but in my experience, calorie reduction on its own is not helpful, whereby eating less is just frustrating. It's also arguable that focusing on weight is misleading. While measuring weight can signal that there are changes in our bodies, the numerical value doesn't identify what those specific changes are or if they are beneficial (e.g. weight loss caused by dehydration would be undesirable vs weight loss caused by eating fewer processed foods).

[@youtube.account-d9v]

You are spot on, most people (including most doctors) don't know the latest studies regarding gut health and how your gut microbiome (which is directly linked to inflammation and leaky gut) determines your metabolic health along with your overall immune system. Every single autoimmune disorder is caused by gut dysbiosis (basically inflamation). Once I realized this years ago I was able to actually help myself overcome so many ailments that I thought were incurable. So many people don't realize that they are unhealthy and that their gut is in dysbiosis until they fall gravely ill down the line. It's possible to not eat much and gain tons of weight if all you are eating is carbs and sugar.

[@TRANScendingwithLogannGrayce]

YES and so many forms of exercise increase inflammation, as does stress, anxiety, trauama, expsosure to toxins.

[@staceyallen6322]

I started Mounjaro April 2023. Ive lost 90 lbs. I’ve never felt (emotionally) worse. I’ve said multiple times to my family, I miss being fat. I may have been fat but at least I was happier. Yet like clockwork I jab my thigh every Saturday. The fear of being overweight trumps the weird sadness that dominates my life now. 😢 I’m so happy I found this video, I look forward to watching it….and learning more about Johann Hari. ❤

[@MounjarojourneywithPam]

I hope you seek therapy for this feeling. I started Mounjaro in August 2023 and lost 50 % of my body weight and I enjoy the healthier eating and I allow myself a snack now and then so that Don’t feel deprived like I have with other diet programs. It’s been such a healthier process than anything I’ve done before and that includes 2 weight loss surgeries . I’ve lost 113 lbs and I walk and lift w hand weights which increases the endorphins

[@MounjarojourneywithPam]

I do hope you get support check out pop recovery system

[@brandi1719]

My coworker takes it for diabetes. She lost weight, but now she's having a hard time putting on weight. She's lost too much weight. My doctor wants me to try it, but I'm not going to. I'm losing weight on my own. Slow, but it's going down.

[@LindaC616]

Congrats on the progress!

[@breakshot7451]

i think i do the minimum. i shut my burger hole after 6 pm. social life is a little difficult with barbecues or gatherings with friends are always after work. snacks. beers. there is only water for me. much of no thanks, no thanks and some strange looks towards me. sleep is much better and i keep my weight so its worth it.

[@Myrafly]

I think ozempic should be your last Choice medication. If you could do it another way that should be your first choice. It sounds like you are wise

[@Aussie_Sue]

That is my new best podcast ever! Thank you Mayim and Jonathan for bringing Johann to your podcast. I've read some of his books before, and listened to him - but this was fantastic. He made me feel better about me. Great message.

[@sarahkoshman]

I'm on rybelsus (pill form) for my diabetes and on a small doseage for about a year. I had more issues with my body taking metformin over it. I have lost but its help give me back a body that wants to work with me and not against me. BUT this is my experience and i know others who had a hard time who are also diabetics. This isnt for everyone and being able to work with a doctor who is willing to listen and be there to help you througb is also amazing (another long term issue i had before now)...

[@miltoncat]

Same here. It’s been miraculous for me.

[@valeriekesterson3376]

I didn’t know him, but I’m going to get his books now. Thanks a million for having him ❤

[@Beckisbookshelf]

Me too

[@jeanmcmonagle7476]

This is an excellent review of the culture of obesity in the USA, treatments, such as Ozembic, psychological effects of weight loss & NEED to DEMAND the US Federal Government to change the laws in the food industry to protect US citizens in the same fashion as the tobacco industry was made to stop poisoning & killing We the People!

[@maryfecteau1725]

What Jonathan says at around the 1:20:00 mark 🙌 Spot on!

[@dagnolia6004]

"outbreak of dysentery in Malibu" 🤣🤣🤣 in this VERY serious conversation i SPIT laughing!

[@susan1156]

This is the first time I watched and wanted so badly to join in the conversation.....because I agree and I think it wasn't an accident that we become addicted to highly processes foods... so when you say 47% of Americans want the drugs to change their eating habits, a small evil part of me is gleeful...take that big corps! How does that hit your greedy little wallet?

[@vanessam3195]

Same!

[@rgomoffat]

12 multi- conglomerates own all food production- those same corp. Create pharmaceutical companies and then give scholarships to medical colleges who own hospitals.

[@ktmualem]

​@@susan1156 People should also take accountability for their actions. It is easier to blame someone else instead of working hard to break patterns and work on ourselves.

[@susanclark2212]

I had a friend who once said that she didn't mind having diarrhea at times because it helped her lose weight. Nevermind the side effects of malnutrition.

[@paulatorres3227]

I just started Ozempic for diabetes which at 74yo i couldn't get my A1c down anymore. I know all the side effects but for me better than the other drugs, as a 40 year nurse I've seen the gammit. All my family members were diabetic due to poor eating and exercise in their late 40's, I changed that with myself but it's finally caught up with me

[@shannonsolomon7480]

I cannot tell you how much I loved this. My ex-stepmother, in the face of the Fen-Fen disaster told the local news that shed rather be dead than fat 😢

[@anneemull]

I remember that time so vividly! I was a teenager and had peers talking those medications. It’s the first thing that came to mind when I started learning about these new medications.

[@melissahood2960]

People rarely admit how miserable it feels to be overweight. Your ex step mom was saying out loud what a lot of people are thinking. I'd almost rather be dead than obese.

[@BReid72]

I am Canadian, and had gastric bypass 2018, had good success but never got the final results, due to having a hysterectomy 1 year later. I think my hormones played a big part, and the weightloss just stopped. So after a couple years, I tried Ozempic, and it kicked everything back into gear, and I lost an additional 60lbs., and then slowly reduced the dose, so I could stabilize. I was trying to wean backwards and levelled out at 130-135lbs, I was healthy, almost no side effects, I tolerated it very well. I was happy, emotionally and physically I felt great, and I am over 50. I was using a small dose to maintain. Then insurance cuts me off because I didn't fit their criteria, I was no longer obese, I was not diabetic. They didn't care I was on it for 3 years, and maintaining. Now I've been off, and as much as I am trying the weight is returning, and I am frustrated., and scared that I can't fix this. At this rate I will be back in the obese category, and I do not want that. Genetics, already is against me, regardless how much weight loss, I still have high blood pressure. My family history has risk of stroke, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Insurance needs to have regulations, sure, but there should also be exemptions, if they approved you once, not kick people off if they have a long history of already using it. I can't afford it without insurance., not when they say it is intended for life. Thanks for the discussion.