Ozempic - What’s the truth behind the hype? | DW Documentary

The hype is enormous: A new weight-loss drug is being aggressively marketed on social media - promising patients a quick fix for obesity. But what’s the truth behind the hype?
This documentary reveals the unscrupulous marketing for a weight-loss injection that’s being touted as a scientific sensation. The active ingredient involved, Semaglutide, was originally developed for diabetes patients. For people who are slightly or moderately overweight, too, it seems to be an easy way to slim down. Experts, however, are warning against people administering the injection without medical supervision. "For people who just want to shed a few kilos, these new drugs are a risk. We have still have no long term data” says Dr. Lucie Favre from an obesity consultation center in Lausanne, Switzerland. The real problem for a lot of people, she adds, has more to do with poor dietary habits and insufficient exercise. "Relying solely on the injection means treating the effects of the problem and not the cause,” says Favre. A film investigating the benefits and dangers of the new medication.
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[@NS-xt5wv]

I went to therapy after being obese for over 15 years, I didn’t go to therapy to address my weight, but as I was working through my trauma, I’ve got my binge eating under control, a year later I’m down 27 kg and counting, total weight loss so far 31 kg from 101 kg. i track calories, cook my own meals, eat everything I want (recently went on a vacation with a buffet), just in moderation and I have increased my step count from 3000 steps a day on average to 11000 steps a day gradually. There was a time when I thought living a healthy lifestyle was impossible, out of reach and required a lot of discipline or will power, when in reality it doesn’t require any of these things if you know how to manage your emotions and trauma… No ozempic, no diets, no surgeries, I’m 37 years old and feel better than in my 20s.

[@vulvvv]

ive just started this same journey :) ive been losing 1-2lbs a week just from understanding myself in therapy. trauma really disconnects you from yourself! im really thankful to have learned

[@jorgegarcia-6981]

good for you!. change eating habits is very difficult. more when fast food options too many!

[@koelkastridder3388]

Congrats!

[@julesdalmacio2950]

Dude that's amazing, congrats to you and keep up the amazing choices

[@Mary_VW_80]

That is so great!! Congratulations - your hard work has certainly paid off!

[@alexandrasmith7682]

I have EIGHT patients who have gone from Morbidly Obese to Normal BMI. All of them were Diabetic and are now in remission. I also have over twenty patients who have lost virtually nothing on the drug. Difference? The first group described the feeling of insane constant hunger that disappeared when taking the replacement hormone. The second group all said they are emotional eaters who know they are full and really don't ever feel hungry. It is becoming increasingly clear that there is a medical reason for some obese patients .... They are missing important saiety based hormones. Personally, I take the drug for Diabetes. I am also now in full remission after a year.

[@cag19549]

Did low carb, high fat, moderate protein eating not work for you? That's what I did, and my A1C went from 9.0 to 5.9. I've eliminated all sugar. I'm never hungry.

[@alexandrasmith7682]

I now eat a high protein meat and fish based diet, with one portion of green veggies, and one portion of berries a day. At 5' tall, I originally weighed 118 lbs but have gone down to 98lbs. For some people a low carb diet works wonderfully but my readings were 14.1 on a carnivore diet.

[@nrico6666]

The drug is treating the symptoms not the root cause tbh, there is a very clear reason why obesity skyrocketed in the past 20 years. People did not just evolved to get hungrier for no reason, nonsense. It's more likely the junk food gut bacteria telling their brain to eat more and more. The medical reason you mentioned stem from their lifestyle One of the most important thing that people never talk about is muscle mass. The world is becoming more sedentary. Having muscle mass can burn off significant amount of calorie despite eating a lot.

[@alexandrasmith7682]

Obesity has always existed ..... But mainly among the wealthy. Difficult to overeat, even if you are desperately hungry, if you only have enough money to buy enough food for one small meal a day. Had a Great Grandfather who was very poor .... He was extremely thin and lived on a slice of rough bread for breakfast at 5.00am and a bowl of porridge at 9.00pm. He made his money as a "day and bone" man and initially any spare money went to look after his horse. Eventually, he made enough money to be considered middle class and had a stable of 8 horses. By the time he was mid-50's he was obese. The actual reason obesity is rocketing is the cheap availability of junk and poor quality food which people full up on. What is also interesting is that those taking the drug and losing weight have found that their taste buds changed within days of starting the course. I was heading report after report that they had no interest in fried foods ..... Sugar? Yes, but they were driven to eat fresh sugars such as fruit rather than cake or biscuits. One told me .... "I haven't eaten any crisps (chips) in a year. They just don't interest me". However, those who took the drug and didn't lose said there had been no changes in their tastes.

[@trudyb4841]

Really interesting to know

[@lilystonne4108]

Like all drugs these weight loss drugs need to be properly supervised. Safety is the most important concern.

[@juliajs1752]

Getting hooked on a 300-dollar-per-month drug that you need to take for the rest of your life - what can go wrong with that?

[@PansWife1]

Many people are on expensive drugs for life, I'm related to someone who has been on insulin for decades for Type 1 diabetes, Her insurance paid a few hundred dollars a month until the cost was recently lowered to about $35 by the government. The original price was due to corporate greed, but the drugs continue to keep her healthy and this is no different.

[@melvincoleman595]

These companies are in it to make money. Not to help people. Rather it’s diabetes or weight loss. Eating less and exercising is always the best way to be healthier.

[@Aya-Nancy]

This is just the start, though. As more and more companies join the competition, it'll get cheaper and cheaper.

[@mbredline7603]

I took it for 8 months, started at a 31 bmi, ended at a 24.4 bmi. I then started tapering off. I changed my eating habits and started exercising regularly. After 2.5 months since stopping, I'm now at 23.7 bmi and consider myself at my ideal weight. It is possible to stop taking, but you can't continue in an unhealthy lifestyle.

[@Vict0reeaH]

If you are obese u probably spend trippple that on food. So for some people it's very helpful

[@AshlynneShain]

I lost 136 lbs by good old hard work. Calorie deficit, fasting for 16 hours a day, and walking and weight lifting 6 days a week. It’s NOT a temporary change…there’s NO temporary fix. It’s a lifestyle change and I have to fight every single day to stay where I am happy and healthy.

[@RiseUp_Again]

Very Few People have that Kind of Will Power

[@francinejones2524]

Well done 👍 🎉

[@animagflip]

Congratulations for not being temporary 👏

[@michellehernandez2840]

Well people are going to take the temporary fix that's easier. Everyone doesn't want to work hard but they still want to improve their health and look good.

[@QfromDetroit]

Give her a cookie

[@nunyabznz]

I don't have a gallbladder, so I felt ok to use Wegovy. I have never had any bowel issues from it. I'm not rich by any stretch of the imagination. My breathing is improved. My getting around is much easier. I can walk long distances now. I think it's great! I understand that others don't agree with me, and that's ok!

[@Dream7773]

How does not having a gallbladder make a difference?

[@ChooseU4ever]

I also don't have a gallbladder and started using saxenda 25 days ago. I haven't had any side effects.

[@GloryDaze73]

If you have a good doctor to help you through, then I think this is ok. Glad you're feeling better. Keep it up.

[@laurabeaudry3905]

Good for you!! I have been on Wegovy for 14 months. 60 pounds down so far. I am followed closely by my PCP. I was in the morbidly obese range. I completely understand we don't have full data for decades although we do have 20 years data for Semaglutide. The side effects for morbid obesity ate often high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, joint pain, etc. Many of which can kill. So, pros and cons have to be carefully considered.

[@laurabeaudry3905]

I also workout 5 times a week and eat healthy. Even with Wegovy you can eat terribly - just less of it. So, for those of us doing our best but food noise won't relent, this can be a good option.

[@dexterroy]

Im watching this while eating a cheese burst pizza. I lost 10 kg the old school way, lifting weights, running on treadmill and sleeping 7 hours a day. Another 10 kg to go.

[@toni4729]

I lost an awful lot of weight when I turned carnivore, I will never take a drug. I lost the weight sitting on my behind at my desk.

[@catL156]

I did carnivore for 30 days then switched to keto best thing I ever did cured so many of my health problems and I'm fitter than I was in my 20’s not to mention fitting into clothes that fit me when I was in my 20's,feel fantastic​@@toni4729

[@ewe392]

Watching these people use ozempic is just an absolute smack in the face

[@RommyAli]

​@@toni4729you will never take a drug? Not even Caffeine or Tylenol?

[@toni4729]

@@RommyAli I meant I will never take a drug to lose weight. I've never given up coffee and drink it with pure cream. That's my one weakness. I will of course take a drug for medical reasons if necessary.

[@melquisedecrivers-suarez4618]

The food that we eat is causing a lot of the heath problems we are experiencing obese or not

[@Inquisitor2024]

Designed that way I'm thinking

[@MrShnazer]

Not true. You just eating too much

[@kelleemerson9510]

Check out the weight loss on keto, ketovore, carnivore. Healthy food, healthy weight.

[@nicktw8688]

Highly processed foods, too much salt/sugar/fat. Cut those things out of your diet and you'll see a difference overnight.

[@keyboardmc419]

@@nicktw8688 salt and unsaturated fat arent really a problem. its just mainly sugar. saturated fat can also become an issue.

[@tk38199]

I said it before and I will say it again. Any misuse of any drug is bad ! But as someone with high insulin resistance and PCOS , this drug has been a miracle for. I have had extremely hard time with weight loss, and yes, I tried exercising 4 times a week and had a nutritionist planning my meals and still had excess weight. My doctor started me on Wegovy and I have improved every single issues that I had. I stoped using it after a while and haven’t had weight come back.

[@parksoomin3244]

may i know your dosage dear?

[@trollhungry5225]

Did you eleminate all sugar (fructose) from your diet?

[@animagflip]

I'm in the PCOS boat too. So hard to lose the weight. I'm on semaglutide right now. Steadily losing the weight, and as far as the PCOS, my OBGYN doesn't care much about it... he doesn't even order ultrasound to look at my ovaries.. it's like all they're focused on are the pregnant women. I'm looking for another OBGYN.

[@karenshepherd2412]

​@@animagflip I agree. Your doctor isn't looking out for your best interests. Do you think maybe a female OBGYN might be more responsive? I've been around a long time. Had four kids, a hysterectomy and plenty of pap smears etc, and there is nothing like the touch of a woman and sympathetic ear. Even my primary and medication management pharmacist are all female. Oh, my kids were born at home with midwives of the female variety!😊

[@jeromethy]

@@animagflipapart from the ultrasound to confirm pcos, there’s not much point ordering it again since pcos is mostly a hormonal problem. Most obgyne are trained with managing pcos but if you feel that you aren’t sufficiently managed, please look for a specific sub specialty obgyne for pcos and other women’s health. You can also try looking for a pediatrician or internist specifically an endocrinologist.

[@ScentlessSun]

My dad is diabetic. His A1C is so good now from taking Ozempic it is almost in the normal range now, and yes he is also losing weight. I’m happy we might have him around longer.

[@ScentlessSun]

He also takes Metformin.

[@MargaritaMagdalena]

I'm so happy for you 🤗

[@ScentlessSun]

@@MargaritaMagdalena Thank you. He’s a good person. We’ve got to keep him around as long as we can.

[@MickeyGee73]

I've been taking Metformin and still test in the diabetic range..Next step is Saxenda..I've taken it before for weightloss, but couldnt afford it long term..now I can get it at a subsidised cost..Seems kind of ridiculous that if I'd been able to take it long term in the first place I likely would not have become diabetic..(btw I take other meds that cause metabolic syndrome - ie I gain weight without overeating)

[@ScentlessSun]

@@MickeyGee73 I read several studies from the national library of medicine where metformin was shown to have a significant effect on preventing many age related pathologies and cancer in animal studies. It’s the best anti aging medicine we’ve found so far that I know of.

[@farinshore8900]

Addiction to food needs to be dealt with as a psychological problem, the same as drug addiction.

[@sophiemicheal5059]

Am on Ozempic I love it lost 25kg I feel amazing I stopped drinking any alcohol and quit smoking

[@cynthia-jo1zz]

If it makes you quit alcohol and smoking, i want it.

[@Bullminator]

Hello Cartman.

[@sophiemicheal5059]

@@cynthia-jo1zz yes it did!

[@jeancarvalho3930]

Amazing. Now you're dependant of this drug.

[@cloakster]

@jean The drug is not addicting. It’s not like opioids, say. But it can help get you off of drugs that are, such as nicotine and alcohol.

[@YoungBlue69]

I thought this was going to be some kind of exposé on why these new drugs are actually a big problem, but it just makes them sound like a solid solution.

[@grasmi]

Yeah, it seems like an ad for the drug companies 😂. Heaven forbid we just tell people to eat healthy and exercise… let’s just pump them full of chemicals that make them customers for life!

[@cag19549]

It really doesn't say either side. You're taking from it what you want, "that these drugs are a big problem". You had your mind made up.

[@grasmi]

@@cag19549 there was very little discussion about how most of these health issues could easily be addressed by healthy eating and exercise. Instead the focus was on using drugs (shockingly, even for CHILDREN!) for the “quick fix” (or “profitable fix” from the perspective of big pharma).

[@jessica33313]

@@grasmioh, it’s so easy 🙄🙄.

[@remi_gio]

Because they are! 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rossmurray6849]

There is one danger in using these drugs that wasn't mentioned in this video. Many people regain the weight they've lost once they stop taking the drug. That would appear to end up back where they started but that is often not so. When going through that people will tend to lose some fat and some muscle on the way down, but put on mostly fat as they regain weight. The loss of muscle mass as a proportion of total weight means they can be substantially less healthy than when at the same weight as before started. That said, I am delighted and amazed at the results of using this drug PLUS some moderate but regular weight sessions in the gym. It is worth noting too that the same caution applies for ALL methods of losing weight, i.e. unless efforts are made to preserve muscle mass while losing weight you'll end up less healthy than before if you return back to your starting weight.

[@rodvarmo]

It is mentioned in the video the net to keep consuming for life

[@themapoe]

I had the exact same experience as the first guy! I constantly thought about food... The only time I stopped thinking about food was when I ate until I was physically ill and the thoughts came back as soon as I felt better. I thought I was just crazy but therapy didn't help at all... I stopped thinking about food hours after taking my first shot of Wegovy. It's been magical; I'm losing weight because I eat when I'm hungry, I stop when I'm full, and I'm not controlled by my compulsions around food.

[@ingGS]

I use semaglutide for diabetes. There is nothing I have ever tried that has been this effective; please have some compassion, I was born with this desease, I had no control on it, and this medicine has been a life-changer.

[@trollhungry5225]

you have type-1 diabetes. Ozempic is for type 2 diabetes, which is a result of sugar overconsumption.

[@angelafragoso1648]

I had a gastric bypass 15 years ago. Was in my early twenties lost 80kg, half of myself and was able to ingress in society. Unfortunately the food noise was always there, even a few hours from the surgery (you cannot eat for an entire week whilst your stomach heals) I was craving food. What I hear mostly from those taking GLP1 agonists is the absence of food noise. Not thinking about what you will eat next every second of everyday. Its exhausting and at times it takes over your life, I have now regained almost 40kg that I had lost over a decade ago and am seriously considering taking mounjaro. I am active, have a physically demaing job and workout 6 days a week but food is my prison and I just want it gone from my mind. Most people do not understand, my mum is the same and so is my sister, my sister smokes to quieten her urges my mum is a prisioner of them and has been obese my whole life. My sister and I were obese as children and teenagers, she curbed her obssession with nicotine I with surgery... It is easy to judge when you cannot fully understand what goes on in someone's head ;)

[@andyd3447]

The truth is that it costs 1000 per dose and only 5 dollars to make. 🙄

[@Skeptic2006]

What's actual cost per dose? for a day or does it last longer?

[@paulawalton4410]

@@Skeptic2006 Once weekly box lasts 3 to 4 weeks.

[@andyd3447]

@@Skeptic2006 not dose but per tube. It lasts a month.

[@fatpinup]

5 to make, but how much to develop? And they're not a charity. I wish like hell it was cheaper but they're entitled to recoup costs & profit from their efforts.

[@BobBob-zq3wp]

@@fatpinup of course let's make it a million per dose why not?

[@Sythemn]

It is very much a societal thing. In the US my BMI hovers around 30 and any time I lose weight requires huge amounts of effort. But every time work sent me to Germany I'd just start losing weight without really trying. Averaged a loss of 20 lbs (9 KG) over 3 months every time I went over. Lots of walking, less over eating, but significantly higher beer consumption :P

[@snam85]

Also the food is not full of sugar and preservatives like in the U.S. I used to live in Austria, but when I moved to the U.S. I gained weight significantly due to the food and less walking/exercise.

[@enniolocatelli3422]

You should have mentioned the risk of gastroparesis.

[@shawnaellcey6970]

Small intestine motility issues are no joke. Once you develop SIBO, you will likely fight it the rest of your life. Sibo can quickly cause neurological damage. It is very serious.

[@dodgek5270]

What is the percentage of that happening? What is the dosage?

[@Sleep2Dream]

17 minutes in and they haven’t mentioned the lawsuits either 🤔

[@francinejones2524]

Yeah. I was waiting to hear about that.

[@lillymagnolia3565]

Carbs can be very addictive. Especially under stress.

[@matt003]

Obesity isn't solely about consuming processed foods; it's also about overeating and lack of physical activity. This drug can help address the issue of overeating, which is beneficial. Prevention and treatment should go hand in hand, as one does not exclude the other.

[@HedzSpinz]

There are many obese people who have limited options. The mentality an obese person goes through is complex, which is why we see so many obese people and why there is a problem no matter how many times you go and tell them to “go for a run”. This solution can make a real impact on changing people’s relationship towards food, and allowing them to escape the cycle of obesity

[@DidacticToast]

Our culture is built on opting for the easiest immediate choice despite long term consequences. Why have discipline, challenge, and balanced life choices when I can have immediate gratification now?

[@SDav21]

It's not just lack of discipline. Sometimes, healthy foods are more expensive and not readily available or attainable and may take alot of time to prepare. Also, making healthy food taste good is more difficult. Imagine eating salads and chicken constantly. It becomes nauseating.

[@DidacticToast]

@@SDav21 it is difficult and possible. One does not have to eat salad and chicken only and offers the opportunity to think creatively. A question that comes to mind is, what are you willing to sacrifice in order to have a healthier life?

[@khulanmb7119]

Sometimes people do almost everything before trying the medication. Some people almost dedicate their life to keep up with their 'healthy' life. Which is comical amount of sacrifice to the point the person sacrifices their happiness. The medication just helps them to get to the point where they can take care of their body again and control them more carefully. They help them truly enjoy their life while eating and exercising

[@MrxxVENUSxx]

Looks like you've never heard of food noise. Many obese people are stuck like that because food today is made to rewire the brain. Many people who are obese constantly think about food, 24/7. How are you meant to remain disciplined if all you think about all day is food? That's why Ozempic works, it keeps the stomach fuller for longer and suppresses the food noise in the brain, which makes it easier for people to not eat.

[@SusanMCraig]

My diabetic sister has a hard time finding her prescribed GLP1 as pharmacies are sold out to weight loss, plus it's very expensive!!

[@starcevda]

Considering all the side effects, still better taking it than staying obese.

[@johnburrows5119]

Try eating vegetables.

[@starcevda]

@@johnburrows5119 what makes you think I don’t?

[@PSA78]

​@@johnburrows5119That's a rather ignorant response... 🙄

[@EnterpriseTNG]

How about making sport and culture your will of power over your brain then getting drugged ?

[@starcevda]

@@EnterpriseTNG a lot of people tried this and most of them failed. So this approach is not available to everyone

[@nerdspice6076]

I have PCOS and before I started taking the drug, I was actively changing my lifestyle, diet and exercise. In 2 years, the effect on me was in reverse. I grew more weight and size. The doctor diagnosed me with PCOS spectrum despite having normal sugal levels, hormones etc. That’s why it’s frustrating. So thankful for this drug.

[@rabarbar.96]

You are lying... You certainly had no good blood test results...

[@martinlaursen7972]

Total madness. The least invasive and cheapest way to lose weight and keep it off is to stop eating anything made with sugar and processed food.

[@OneTakeTuber]

If it were that easy there wouldn't be so many obese people. The point is that it's hard and these meds help eliminate all the food NOISE

[@Katia_Stark]

Why did no one say about implementing good eating habits? This is the core problem

[@francinejones2524]

Because they specifically talking about the drug in this documentary.

[@ksrithan]

Semaglutide has been linked to Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (blindness) in recently published longitudinal study.

[@alphazunitee]

As always very informative documentary. I always admire how informative and also objective DW documentaries are. Always about most talked about topics.

[@DWDocumentary]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@paul528i]

24 hours after my first 0.25 mg injection, my number went from 220 to 139. I read that it takes a week for it to take effect, but apparently it worked a lot faster for me. My next does will be 0.5 mg, so I expect to get to 100-110 within the next few weeks. Ozempic is a miracle drup.

[@OneTakeTuber]

I pay $25 for 30 day supply or $75 for 90 day. When my A1C decreased below the required level, insurance no longer covered it. I gained 11 pounds in 4 months and the food noise was as loud as ever. I even had hunger pains. My A1C increased and my doctor wrote a new script.

[@ferasabet3655]

Sorry to hear that. That was horrible...

[@andrearoberts1953]

At the age of 65, I lost 25 pounds. How did I do it? I got a Boxer puppy. Boxers are high energy dogs so, I walked her multiple times a day. RIP baby girl.

[@Gregorio-27]

How interesting. Our chemical farming food industry is prospering. Creating "ingredients" not food but for profit. These ingredients are just as addictive as street drugs. Taken all together promoting obesity. May I quote, Hippocrates: 'Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. Please eat pure food, sleep, and exercise. That is what I have learned.

[@Canyiva]

No drug is perfect. I am all for it if it helps people struggling with obesity. The age-old advice that all one needs to do is "eat less and move more" doesnt work for everyone in all circumstances.

[@MsNooneinparticular]

Yep, especially when we live in obesogenic environments--the poor more so than anyone. Junk food, fast food, soda & the like are all some people have access to.

[@geryddle]

True. When you reach the point where the weight is too big to move, exercising isn't an option...

[@SeptEmber-x5n]

​@@MsNooneinparticular🙄

[@jonathanmelhuish4530]

Is the original French version online? It would be great if you can link to it from the description; I'd much rather listen without dubbing!

[@soroushkhodaii5548]

Great documentary, fantastic job

[@michaelturner4457]

I only know of it because of the "Oh Oh Oh Ozempic" ads.

[@sheastinson2838]

LMAO 🤦

[@michelleperry7774]

So tired of hearing that song, it gets stuck in my head, I’m gonna stop watching TV so I don’t have to see & hear those damn commercials anymore lol

[@melexdy]

There are no shortcuts. Only proper nutricion , a healthy life style and exercise can be the answer .

[@starcevda]

Easier said than done, my friend. I don’t think those who lack the willpower to follow your advice deserve to stay obese. Finally we have something that can help them, isn’t that great?

[@YananoBere]

The most balanced reporting on this I've seen to date! Exercise and food quality are the most key factors. Japan only has 3.6% obesity rate, and it's not because there's ozempic in their tap water!

[@oglordbrandon]

So we have a choice of giving our money to drug industry, or to the food industry.

[@lim-limdunn5655]

Another great documentary. Have watched several shows on Ozempic & this is the BEST I have come across so far. I love watching documentaries & find DW puts out the most unbiased documentaries. I like their style of reporting the topic as a "matter of fact" with lots of interviews from experts & a good balance of opposing views, and let the viewers make their own decision re their stance on the subject matter (Support or Against on controversial matters). I, especially appreciate experts admitting they don't have all the answers (as of yet). Most documentaries out there today try too hard to sway viewers to their point of view, which creates mistrust (my opinion). My guess is probably because their shows are funded/sponsored by entities with an agenda to sway public opinions. I wish all documentarians could be more unbiased in their reporting like DW. Documentaries should be informative AND unbiased, otherwise it becomes another "sales show" or "propaganda".

[@DWDocumentary]

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[@francinejones2524]

Marie France is a very stunning woman. Well done on your weight loss and sharing your story 🌸

[@DzrtClaws]

Dang! My mom was on Victoza back in the day for diabetes, it worked really well but I never, ever remember it doing squat for appetite or weight loss.

[@jeancarvalho3930]

Another shortcut to the graveyard.

[@pinakkoladaa]

EXACTLY!!!!

[@Vincent_de_Paul]

I don't care about longevity. I'd rather die young feeling good about myself than dying old feeling miserable

[@robertjamesonmusic]

@@Vincent_de_Paulwhat if you lived old and felt good though?

[@jeancarvalho3930]

@@Vincent_de_Paul these aren't the only two options available.

[@ThePlaceboEffect10]

​@@Vincent_de_PaulYou don't know your old self. One day your tomorrow might blame your present for being narrow minded and think you currently hold all the answers

[@meduzasama8602]

My mom died due to the pancreatic cancer. She had the same symptoms as if she had taken Ozempic. That's why it is really scarry to look at people who don't want to change their eating habbits and just prefer using this drug.

[@elabuterin7150]

My husband finally got on Ozempic after begging his doctor for a year. Started losing weight (5’6, 260lb, 79years old). At first he lost 30 lb but then he started eating even more, gained some of the weight back. I don’t ask how much. He is an emotional eater and suffers from depression. Doctors don’t take the time to find out what causes overeating or any kind of addiction. Miracle cures are convenient for doctor and patient. Except there is no such thing as a magic pill . After years of trying to help him by cooking and following different diets I have given up.

[@paulawalton4410]

I am sorry he is going through that.Does he take Medication for Depression?That can make you hungry and gain weight.Does he have someone he can talk to? A Therapist,a friend? to get to the root cause?I feel for him.Not sure if you already do this but if you do not, Don't keep high calorie snacks and junk in the house.That should help.That should stop some of the cravings as well.

[@feathercat9118]

It probably failed so many times, since what he needs is not a new diet. But to deal with his depression, instead of trying to find a band aid solution.

[@francinejones2524]

As an adult man he’s got to take some responsibility for his own health and attempt to learn where his faults may be. Doctors do their best in the short consultation time they have with you.

[@kobijwk]

It’s like people don’t learn. I understand that some people are desperate and been struggling for years but there is no quick fix. You need to adjust your lifestyle. But unfortunately people are really sensitive for social pressure, that’s the real problem of our society. I understand that for some people this will work but it’s a shame that we follow people like “celebrities” and “influencers” for advice on health. Listen to yourself, your experts and have patience.

[@PlancoandChill]

This stuff will demolish your stomach just want to make that clear to anyone curious but it is a miracle. I am a diabetic with a high A1C and Ozempic has nearly eliminated that issue. The nearly 100lbs of weight loss is a satisfying after effect. To be honest though I have to still eat healthy and exercise. Its just now I get results.

[@rebeccajodhiwilliams182]

I got nose bleeds a lot on this medication. I do miss how it helped me not feel hungry 24/7 and not being fat 😢. I would go back on it (lowest dosage) if I could afford it.

[@paganlark7037]

I've always been chubby since I was a kid. I had a BMI above 30 most of my life. I've been on Wegovy for 2 years. I've lost 54lbs. I'm healthier than ever. There was something wrong with my brain--addiction to food, obsession with it. It seems to me like a bunch of people who work in the weight loss industry who have failed for 50 years to actually help people lose weight think Semiglutides "aren't the answer"--probably because it makes them irrelevant. It was definitely the answer for me.

[@Bonsqueesquee]

I started having green smoothies every day, a little meat, dairy, low mounts of added sugar and processed junk food. Moving my body more and reducing stress, practicing mindfulness. I've changed my lifestyle, I'm losing weight, feeling healthy inside and out. I feel like Ozempic is a new bandaid for lazy people.

[@nicktw8688]

Just go ahead and cut out all added sugar and processed foods. Also cut out artificial sweeteners. You'll notice an even bigger difference.

[@Bambisgf77]

You are so wrong about that. Unless you have experienced the struggles you cannot judge.!

[@SeptEmber-x5n]

Agree.

[@BrickCity-o1n]

I'm too poor, so I take a daily doze of Lizzo.

[@LunaShimmyDiva]

What about stomach gastroperesis? This really focuses on weight loss - doesn’t discuss negative side effects in detail. And reports of gastroperesis related to Ozympic are on the rise

[@a-complished4406]

At the door of my ENT doctor, there was a sign offering this thing. Shocking

[@jillhbaudhaan]

Always reliable science or research backed content

[@briano6115]

Someone is mucking about with the human dietary requirements. Point of fact, it seems like none of our current food supplies actually contain base level nutrition. They are starving us to death with our own food supply. Just a thought. Cheers :)

[@SuperMichelleDJ]

That's because most people aren't eating nutritious food. It's a bit hard to get your nutritional intake when you're not eating it.

[@jeanmarcu1446]

they are so starving that they became obese :)

[@MarivicChuang]

I have DM so I was on Ozempic and Xigduo at the same time before and then I wasn't able to keep any food and water in for 4 days straight. Drinking 2 sips of water would mean I would throw up at least twice. I had to be hospitalized because I was severely dehydrated and was treated for DKA too. My blood turned acidic. I literally felt like I was reaching my end. Let us please make sure that we discuss all symptoms with our doctors as we have them. We are not sure how our bodies will react to the medication so it is better to over communicate specially when using new drugs.

[@Fred-Al]

With DM you need to keep more control with glicose. High glicose ketoacidoses and eat less create ketoses too. Iam dm1 and make fasting. I had ketoses but not ketoacidose. Dm need keep glicose up to 150 mg/dl if are in a hard reduce carboidrates

[@Adam-franka]

Addressing a problem by creating another only leads to further complications without any real progress.

[@ExploreLearnEnglishWithGeorge]

GLP1 was liberating to me, I simply stop bothering about food altogether and started losing weight whilst going to gym. Sadly, it's expensive in the west and I can no longer afford it.

[@meonitelexdee3432]

How much is it ?

[@djayjp]

There's already a magical thing that satiates one's hunger without calories--fibre, from eating whole plant foods.

[@jamaicacruzado4219]

i worked on a company who gave away ozempic like candies. i called it quits when the doctor insisted prescribing it to a patient with a history of thyroid problems. can’t handle the unethical practices.

[@nbrown5907]

No pill will ever take the place of proper diet and exercise period. Learn it, live it!

[@jiandraalda5576]

Im halfway through the video and im getting stressed by the little mention of how the quality of food and how frequent we have access to processed food is the culprit of obesity. And a "miracle weight loss injection" that makes bucks???? And is a lifelong use????Instead of improving lives as we naturally can, we are once again at the whims of corporate greed. (I used to take slimming pills years ago and felt like shit the entire time. Lost weight but also lost clear cognition and energy. Only when I deliberately improved my eating and fasted at the same time that I kept off from gaining weight. Going 3 years strong with the habit and feeling young and healthy at my mid-thirties.) Tldr just use this medicine as it was intended for: diabetics and with medical diagnosis. NOT for some weight loss trend.

[@feathercat9118]

Losing weight is not about niche diet, its a change of lifestyle.

[@joshua182gurkd]

Just take 100% authentic pure black shilajit instead. Combine it with coffee in the morning and itll help cravings significantly. If it's about thinking of food itlll do the same thing but it will not help you lose weight. No side effects though

[@walterdaems57]

Miracle drugs always turn into nightmares. Those who wish to believe that Ozempic is the exception are in for a rude awakening.

[@miloszkraszewski3533]

I feel like this can be a great tool. If its used correctly with moderation, counting macros (which your doctor can recommend) and exercise it will dramatically increase weight loss. On the other hand, if you just take a semiglutide without trying to apply the previous principles, then you're just taking a shot that'll keep you skinny until you stop.

[@duelenigma7732]

garbage in , garbage result

[@ekhballantine8011]

So much of this is psychological I started a 16/8 restricted eating program 4 years ago and my relationship with food changed. I made sure I ate lots of fibre filled foods and no sugary drinks. I don't crave food like I used to and I have far more energy and NEVER put on weight. People need inspiration - not drugs.

[@giada0ghw]

Well said! All these drugs don't fix any mindset or mental causes, they don't help people to love themselves in a health way, they just put a patch on it.

[@arsenal0095]

What factors contribute to fat loss? Healthy Diet, Steady non-winding Exercise, Unlimited high quality Sleep, Stress Management, Hydration, Discipline, Mental Toughness & more Calories out than in.

[@SDav21]

Easier said than done though.

[@kristelbrok998]

Not mental toughness- good mental health I'm a pretty tough person mentally, but i've still been an emotional eater, due to poor mental health. Once i got that under control, the weight dropped without many issues

[@careylee2595]

How does Mr Casto deal with his sadness, stress and how did he celebrate his happy events after the drugs? Did he have to actually deal with them? Or did they manifest in some other way?

[@deborahingrim2168]

I almost died being on Mounjaro for diabetes. All side effects hit me at 5 months. Fatigue, Brain confusion, dehydration even though I drank over half a gallon of fresh water everyday. All my doctors saw me in a wheelchair barely functioning, leaning over the sides and not able to form words or think, only sleep. I was rushed to the ER from my doctor's appointment. I was on this awful drug for diabetes. YES, I lost about 30 pounds, I barely ate at all. I became very depressed at month 4. PEOPLE, do not take the semiglutides, please. I do not have any experience with the other types. Just my testimony.

[@freebeeaddict-pt3on]

it's simple really: eat healthy food, eat the right amount and exercise. if you comfort eat, you need psychological help. stop being lazy. the fact that overweight and obese issues have only arisen in recent decades means it's a lifestyle issue.

[@skimmingstone3energyrecords]

Eat less take a walk...wish I took my own advice.

[@cassieoz1702]

That's a recipe for hunger, and hunger will always win

[@drac124]

@@cassieoz1702 Eat well and take a walk is a better advice. Well nutritious food does not give hunger neither make you fat.

[@cassieoz1702]

@drac124 we might know what 'well' means but most folks are still misinformed

[@Zephyr828]

If only that worked. It doesn't. 😢

[@PopcornSticker]

Whoa, the beat at the beginning hits hard

[@annehersey9895]

AND THERE IS NO INFORMATION ON LONG TERM. EFFECTS!!! I remember when Fen-fen was the rage!! I took it and felt wonderful! I could go shopping and food didn’t talk to me anymore and I stopped thinking about food. About a month into the fen-fen, I was driving and all of a sudden I thought, ‘I wonder what it would feel like if I drove off the road’ and I kept thinking about it! I wasn’t sad, I’ve never been depressed and am a really positive person so this episode really scared me so I stopped the fen-fen after a month. Within a year, Fen-fen had been taken off the market which is why I’m suspicious of these new drugs. I took Wegovy and lost 15 pounds but it cost me $300.00 a month and it made me really nauseous BUT I will take it again. In the US, any Physician can prescribe this drug.

[@Bullminator]

Well there is a good chance it will increase cancer rates. Less food = less defensive cell production If killed T-cells dont attack cancer cells due to lower numbers than usualy, it will cause it.

[@grasmi]

You don’t need a “diet”, you just need to eat healthy and exercise. Whole foods, mainly plant based. Minimal processed junk. It isn’t rocket science.

[@catherinebiermann7940]

You know nothing about the physiology and the psychology of obesity. If it was so easy….. obesity wouldn’t be a global epidemic

[@grasmi]

@@catherinebiermann7940 I do. Once upon a time, I was lazy, did no exercise, and ate loads of processed and fatty foods. Guess what happened. I became obese. I made a decision to change that, so started eating healthier and exercising. It's not easy, but you have to want to make a change, put in the hard work, and not just look for the "quick fix". Now I exercise 2-3 hours per day, have a body fat % below 10 and ApoB cholesterol around 60. No drugs. Just healthy eating and exercise. Whole foods, mainly plant based (I do still enjoy a good burger occasionally).

[@nayan8714]

An our on treadmill, another one with dumbbells and Barbell I'm loosing weight just fine. Don't need this pricy injection. But this will certainly help some people though.

[@nbrown5907]

Sorry but if you eat whole foods and lose the added sugar (limit it to no more than 25 grams a day) you may not have those urgent cravings, I didn't! I was 340 lbs. 24 years ago, 235 lbs. 1.5 years ago and now 180 lbs. No deadly pills just proper diet and a little exercise lol. I actually need more exercise eating properly alone can do most of the work! I did NOT count calories btw lol. I do not eat highly/ultra processed foods anymore and limit added sugar! Not that complicated try it!

[@RondaOptional]

I was unable to get my diabetes medicine for over two months so doctor tried to switch me to a different brand and now I haven't been able to get THAT for over a month and a half. ;/sighs

[@recklessjunkie]

How are you still alive

[@user-kr2ty9vk5n]

Sounds like your problem is with the manufacturers, and not with other patients who are prescribed the same medication as you.

[@SuperMichelleDJ]

Probably because diabetes doesn't kill us as quickly as doctors tell us it does.

[@LadyPantera57]

I wonder if it may be more effective long term on younger people, since their bodies and brains are not as set in their ways.

[@winnebahospital6816]

the energy you use in your research work is highly recommended, it always have impact on society attitudes.

[@johnburrows5119]

The more I learn about Ozempic, the worse it gets. I've lost 110 pounds eating whole plant foods. I don't need a drug that's going to make me deathly sick.

[@BdR76]

24:55 Isn't this at least in part due a capitalist society valuing profit above all else? Instead of food or ads regulation they're now marketing unregulated synthetic diabetics drugs through unregulated social media ads 🤯 I mean those ads at 23:42 are beyond parody ffs...

[@idib1739]

No secret: eat healthy + exercise. 🤷‍♂

[@Bullminator]

Replace wortless exercise with housework --- same thing, but you at least do something productive.

[@helengold9098]

This will backfire big time & overwhelm an already very burned out health care system!!

[@izzatfauzimustafa6535]

I've tried saxenda months ago. It seemed to work well for a while, but my body was "betraying" me bcoz my cravings have moved away from main course meals to lots of sweet drinks & snacks. Eventually, I switched to Contrave weight pills bcoz saxenda was too fussy for me (requires refrigeration and buying needles). So far, Contrave has better effect on partially suppressing my cravings to consume large amount of snacks and sweet drinks.

[@philipcooper8297]

Obesity medication should only be considered when you have a patient that has reduced mobility.

[@breakingtoys3542]

As always, the best reporting.

[@TheBHAitken]

Imagine being so rich you have to take a medication to stop eating.

[@janicehuff1183]

👍👏First world problems.

[@AJ-oy5iv]

If ozempic works by delaying gastric emptying that's just strategic gastroparesis right? So why is it surprising that people have gastroparesis after taking this? Genuine question.

[@vulpushx6675]

The bigger the doctor, the bigger the fee from Novo Nordisk :) They will never tell you about fasting, ketogenic diet or really healthy food ... why would they ? In 10 years we will have GLP-1 like substances in our water .. is just a matter of patents and bla bla

[@bondingwithunclebenny]

Now I want to take Ozempic

[@MaxVandekaap]

been taking it for a year and gained 20 lbs. Side effects are real, drowsiness, weakness etc

[@michaelpilos]

“Suffering from Obesity?”! Not an accurate statement! How about requiring psychological treatment for the cause of overeating!

[@Micbop]

It so strange to here people say a urge to eat the whole time!! I really think eating & going to the toilet is a total anoianhse makes me angry I am hungry or I need to go to the toilet.

[@valem8470]

Fasting is free, no need to buy expensive medications

[@Einherjar-DK]

Walking and swimming is free, no need to buy expensive airline tickets Herp Derp

[@robertjamesonmusic]

@@Einherjar-DKlol what does that even mean? Stupid thing to say

[@Einherjar-DK]

@@robertjamesonmusic Analogies are supposed to be equal in stupidity, to the original argument. If fasting was easy and effective, everyone would have done it already, and there would be no more obesity epidemic. So telling someone to fast, is about as helpful as telling someone going from London to Berlin to walk and swim.

[@clintcountryman4849]

Food is to fuel the body and that's it.