THE TRUTH ABOUT OZEMPIC FACE 😱 Dermatologist

THE TRUTH ABOUT OZEMPIC FACE 😱 Dermatologist ‪@DrDrayzday‬ on the phenomenon of people who use diabetes drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss have reportedly noticed facial aging and sagging. What is the cause of Ozempic face and how to prevent facial sagging from weight loss? #ozempic #fatloss
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0:00 Intro
0:58 What is Ozempic?
2:01 Celebrities taking Ozempic for weight loss
2:43 Ozembic for obesity and weight loss
4:48 Ozempic face and Ozembic body explained
8:51 Side effects of Ozembic
10:49 Final remarks on Ozembic face
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[@marcelasanchez4530]

I was so tired and feeling defeated. My glucose levels were in the 300-400 range. Always feeling sick. In one week of using ozempic my glucose went down to 200. It is a huge deal for us diabetics ❤️

[@ReineDeLaSeine14]

I hope you’ve still been able to get it

[@jim2611]

I'm a diabetic - it's hard to get - it's the only thing that brought my HbA1c close to normal - they say in Australia it will be a year (end of 2024) before supplies get back to normal but I doubt it@@ReineDeLaSeine14

[@janewiedlintv]

Nobody is against it for diabetics.

[@4mula4Lalochezia]

I could have typed exactly the same thing, including the feeling and the numbers. Ozempic was such a huge game changer for my Type 2 diabetes.

[@anag5144]

Go paleo/low carb! ❤

[@saadetisildar2951]

I was prescribed ozempic for weight loss as I had gained huge amounts of weight as a side effect of psychiatric medications. I endured terrible nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea with ozempic and I came to the conclusion that it wasn’t for me so I stopped using it. What helped me with that decision is the fact that the weight would come back as soon as I stopped the treatment. Nobody is talking about high possibility of the weight coming back after the cessation of Ozempic. It’s just not sustainable. I started doing intermittent fasting instead and have lost 10lbs so far, it’s taking longer for sure but this can be my new lifestyle.. it’s easy, doesn’t cost anything and it’s sustainable.

[@ConnieBarajas-cm1bb]

Good for you!!! Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@VoiceoverMomentum]

Glad that was a great choice for you. I chose to take it and have no regrets!

[@uhuraenterprise6372]

You go girl!

[@lashandrabanks4001]

Intermittent fasting changed my life! I love it! It's not for everyone but it sure is for me!

[@catherinegreer854]

I have both medical conditions. I have been on Ozempic since 2021 and this buzz has made getting my medication incredibly difficult. Thank you for bringing light to this issue.

[@lmmorgan01]

Since you are being prescribed for it’s orginal use. Is it actually covered by your insurance?

[@TooBrokeToAffordCoffee]

And this is the kind of stuff that enrages me: people who don’t need a medication taking all of the medication from people who need it to be able to live.

[@xoxfiftyytwo]

I love how you touch on the many reasons for obesity and that it is NOT a moral failing. You always produce such well-thought out educational videos. Thank you!

[@essentialinformer]

Yes, I remember back when Oprah was on daily I was in the audience about 25 years ago and I never forgot, the guest Doctor on the show kept saying Obesity is Not Genetic or Heredity, Children & Family members just inherit Bad Eating Habits and lifestyles from each other

[@AckunaFritatta]

Def agree

[@bonzaibb12]

Agreed. I know Calories and binging are a huge part but the women in my family including myself all have Autoimmune. Me and my mom can barely get out of bed most days causing a very low metabolism. We both need to gobdown too under 1000 cal a day Or keto which both are hard to maintain long-term.

[@samf.s.7731]

There's definitely moral failing, but not from people who have a diagnosis of being overweight or obese, insulin resistant or diabetic. It's on part of the people who are taking those meds to satisfy their vanity and indulgence, while depriving the people who need it, WHO ACTUALLY NEED IT, from getting it. There's a problem with self-control too, but again, it's the people who have no problem leveraging their financial power to do anything regardless of how immoral it is of a thing to do. I swear this makes me nauseous and on the verge of crying.

[@VillainessVamp]

Ignorant, lazy, morally deficit people are the ones taking this drug to lose 10 lbs.

[@lvmom5002]

I am so glad that you mention about the “quick fix”. Gastric bypass, ozempic, etc. have side effects that people don’t realize. I have operated on patients after gastric bypass surgery and ozempic who have such malabsorption of nutrients that their tissue quality is affected and is very poor. It is like sewing on wet toilet paper. I hope that more people research this and make sure that they keep up with good nutrition.

[@funsizedi88]

My stepmother has been in the ICU for a. Lnth now after having hee colon prolapse for the 2nd time from barometric surgery 20 yrs ago. She has been in there that long because of exactly what you say. Her incision was not healing correctly, and it caused her to hsve to hsve her staples removed and have the incision left open for 2 days.

[@Hoenhighn1]

How does one combat this? Which vitamins aren't being absorbed

[@bloodhonorgenocide]

​@@Hoenhighn1who cares bro lmao. At least you won't have to worry about your complete lack of impulse control anymore

[@AH-ef3rw]

@@Hoenhighn1eating healthy, small but frequent snacks/meals. Vitamin supplementations. Nutritional supplement drinks or powders.

[@dreamof_me]

@@bloodhonorgenocideyou don’t have to be so nasty

[@lesliekennell4080]

Good talk! I have been on Trulicity since October and have lost 35 lbs so far. This “Ozempic Face” flashing on social media all the time drives me crazy!! Of course it’s about rapid weight loss and not the drug itself!

[@gp4708]

You are correct! I am battling facial wrinkles after a 135lb weight loss (took me a bit over a year) and a life of sun exposure without sunscreen. No Ozempic use. I would love to see this issue addressed, ie dealing with facial r/t weight loss, more. Thanks Dr Dray!

[@Eysc]

Keto, if, exercise?, Amazing progress

[@promi9526]

Can you tell me how you did it 😂

[@pinacolada1393]

My educated guess is when we lose weight we lose water, fat, bone & muscle mass. I think it varies by person. You can tell the difference between looking tired vs looking older.

[@paulazemeckis7835]

Way to go! 😁

[@klausrostock4163]

I got the sleeve to lose 30lbs and I definitely noticed it in my face , I’m 44 and am scheduled for a neck and face lift to address this issue

[@amberw7494]

This is so informative and calming because all I’ve seen are those inflammatory clickbait articles about the drug and the side effects.

[@myblueheaven81]

I really enjoyed this video and the fact that you explained other reasons for being overweight. Weight shaming is even an issue between doctors and their patients.

[@phillyjilly]

80s girl here and we were LUCKY if our picture was in the yearbook in middle school!! Now were all walkin around w photo galleries in our pockets! Ugh

[@DrDrayzday]

So true

[@AllyKit]

ha ha FACTS!!

[@therealdonnawagner]

Thank you for pointing out weight issues aren't always about a lack of self control. As a Type 1 Diabetic that also has Rheumatoid Arthritis, my weight has been very difficult to manage for several years now, even under the regular care of doctors and on a 1200 calorie a day diet. It's incredibly discouraging when doctors, people who should know better, that are new in my circle of physicians I have to visit simplistically say, "Lose weight," before they even look at my records and notes from previous doctors on what we've tried already to make that happen. It's even worse to hear members of society at large (especially people in the church) share their thoughts. Keep up the great work and thank you for all you do to inform people through your videos. ❤️

[@cantstanditanymore]

Oh yeah, the church...🙄 Im sorry. 😔😟

[@raraavis7782]

It must be so hard, to stick to such a low calorie diet longterm. I can't even imagine. Especially, when you're probably not exactly feeling your best physically, a lot of the time. You deserve a lot of respect for trying so hard, imo. It's incredible presumptuous for healthy people, to judge someone with chronic health issues. Don't let them get you down 🌻

[@ts3063]

Many people, including MANY legitimate physicians and scientists, are opening their eyes to the food pyramid and even the ADA diet recommends. Higher fat combined with protein and lower carbs/sugar has helped many people lose weight, decrease inflammation, increase energy levels, and for me personally, better moods. Look up Dr Shawn Baker and or Dr Ken Berry.

[@marnaysylvester6328]

@@raraavis7782 it really is

[@zuzanna1456]

What on earth can they say at church?! Maybe excess of anything/no self control is a sin but that’s about it

[@classylady828]

This is great!! I am post menopause and was gaining weight like crazy and my face was breaking out badly. I was working out and not eating badly (not perfect). I was healthy but hormonally a mess. My doctor referred me to the weight management program - we talked over many options. We settled on Wegovy, but it wasn't available so I started on Ozempic. I am 10 months in and have just lost 50 pounds. I lost 15 quickly but stalled. I decided to join ww - started following the diabetic ww plan. I have been on 3 trips, holidays, etc. It is NOT an easy drug to take - took 4 months for my body to get somewhat used to it. I still have a bad day after the injection. I also have alot of GI issues if I eat poorly. I do not dare drink alcohol. I have had a weight issue my whole life . . . I am hoping that I am making the changes with ww to help with the future. The drug does start to wear off about 5 days in and the appetite does come back and that is when I just follow program and/or decide to splurge a little (hamburger and fries at Hardees). It is a commitment that alot of people won't make. I sometimes miss my old eating self. I meal prep, etc. What I do like about the meds is it doesn't make you hyper and that feeling on speed like other weight loss pills. If anything it makes you fatigued. It is NOT a quick fix and it doesn't work for everyone.

[@jannylynnb]

I'm taking Wegovy and look younger since I lost 40 pounds. A chubby face wasn't cute on me and made me look older. I'm not experiencing rapid weight loss since getting on the maximum dose. I did lose a little faster while ramping up due to some of the side effects but now I'm at 1 pound per week while on a reasonable weight loss eating plan. I know you say that there isn't spot weight loss, but I've lost more off of waist than I have in previous weight loss but I think that is because it's controlling my insulin resistance. 👍

[@vimch7264]

Congratulations on your weight loss!

[@maryd7081]

Is wegovy the same as Ozempic?

[@MegaFuzzy10]

Thank you for talking about this and dispelling all the bad info out there. And also recognizing that obesity is a medical issue not a moral failing. So many people still think it is ok to treat overweight and obese people cruelly and the mocking and hate and disrespect is widely tolerated. Thank you for being the voice of reason yet again.

[@ambern.9887]

No it's an issue with addiction most of of the time. It's a moral failing when you feed your child mountain dew and sugar when

[@geolectric_universe]

found the fatty

[@sickboy8682]

To be fair, they're consuming more than their fair share of the Earth's finite resources. Nobody likes greed.

[@katherinebrown5720]

​@@sickboy8682🤦‍♀️

[@sickboy8682]

@@katherinebrown5720 sorry, did I offend you? Are you a bit tubby?

[@willaherold9027]

So glad you recommended Dr. Nadolsky. He’s great! Thank you for this video !

[@christinebrandecker9254]

Thank you Dr Dray! Finally someone speaking sense. You’re the best ❤

[@nyaamix138]

Thank you for talking about this! As someone who has been prescribed ozempic for obesity it makes me feel so bad when I see all of this misinfo going around lately. The majority of people seem to think that being overweight or obese is indeed a moral failure and by taking a medication like this someone like me is taking away something from diabetic people. But I will become diabetic if I don't lose weight! Obesity is chronic and I will be struggling against this for the rest of my life. I just want to be able to live healthy life without developing even worse conditions.

[@wulfsorenson8859]

Exactly. Most of these diabetics became diabetic because they overate in the first place.

[@strangerthingsaresaid7655]

Eat healthy, portion control and exercise. Medicine isn't necessary.

[@mignonalverson2475]

You’re in the category where Ozempic is preventing many diseases from obesity. Don’t feel guilty. Celebrities taking the drug to lose weight when they really don’t need to is what pisses me off. There’s a shortage of Ozempic because of the rich and famous buying it all up. 🤬

[@mignonalverson2475]

@@strangerthingsaresaid7655 Medicine isn’t necessary but in some cases it prevents diseases like diabetes, heart disease, etc etc. It’s hard for some people to lose weight and it’s not their fault like having hypothyroidism.

[@ellaella5537]

Exactly and once you’re diabetic, you can learn to manage it, but you’re diabetic for life. I had weight loss surgery, ppl and the media love to talk about the risks, there are, but if I had the choice then, I would have tried Ozempic instead. I hate that it’s scaring ppl and their families away from something that could save their lives.

[@TheEagleslover]

Happy Monday Dr. Dray. Thank you for being a champion for truth. It’s so refreshing.

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Monday!

[@JaxDianne]

Thank you for making this video from a nurse. There is a shortage of the drugs you mentioned as well as others like Mounjaro. They are really helping people who NEED them. My hope is that more insurance companies will cover these drugs for obesity alone (before developing other related medical conditions) because many cannot afford them without that. It is unfortunate that those who can easily afford to pay those exorbitant prices out of pocket are abusing them for vanity purposes.

[@debbiespringer7961]

I hope so, too. I can use it. I'm 65, and due to life circumstances and bad diet, as well, I need to lose about a hundred pounds. I will talk to my doc and see what he thinks. I'm not diabetic, but probably pre-diabetic. I don't care about looking older at this stage in life...compared to loosing the weight.

[@DDP112558]

Amen! I guess those that have the money to pay out of pocket don’t think of those who actually have medical conditions that need it. Something really needs to be done about that! They can get their prescriptions online with an online doctor who is just there to make money. Seems like medical malpractice for prescriptions to be written for those who are at a normal weight and BMI just so they can get in that “dress” or thinner summer body. How would they even know that they’re prescribing it for someone who is already Anorexic or has Bulimia. Thank you Hollywood for reinforcing the unrealistic body image to those don’t need it or have an issue.

[@invictus1961]

so that insurance will become even more unaffordable because we have to "treat" people with expensive drugs, because of their lifestyle choices.....good idea!

[@Hemmyii]

@@invictus1961the healthcare costs of treating people with obesity and it’s resultant issues are enormous. If this drug could prevent that it would actually save insurance companies a ton of money. Also this drug is much cheaper in other countries so there is a lot of room for it to come down in cost.

[@JaxDianne]

@@invictus1961 You obviously didn’t watch the video the good doctor above made. There’s a lot more that goes into it besides just lifestyle choices. I would venture a guess to say that you have excellent genetics/are not stopped by any barriers that inhibit healthy diet/exercise. If so, what a blessing for you. Many of my patients aren’t so blessed. Strive to live a life seeking education, understanding, empathy, and continued improvement. If science can improve people’s health, I’m here for it. I’m grateful for your comment. We can only learn and evolve together. ❤️

[@katiekline155]

I’ve taken Ozempic and it eventually helped me adopt an intermittent fasting lifestyle which changed my life, not just by helping me shed the extra 30+ lbs I’ve been carrying around since 2019 but now I’m off other meds, including Ozempic. And I’ve kept the fasting lifestyle and feel better than I’ve felt in years! And, I never got “Ozempic face” even though I lost the weight fairly swiftly-my face looks slim now but my skin is glowing!

[@allisondupont9417]

Just curious, how old are you?

[@doloresdaphne8541]

i think fasting gives to less loose skin n wrinkling

[@erinapricot]

How many hours do you have an eating window for? Then now many hours a day do you fast for?

[@christinaherring3446]

30 lbs isn't going to do it unless you have really inelastic or dry skin. I didn't get the "loose face" until I had gotten to the 95lb mark. After 100lbs I started noticing quite a bit of changes. (In my body I started to have the skin infections in the loose skin after about 60 lbs) Now, at 140lbs lost I have found that serious moisturizers and "compression garments" are helping my tummy and jawline to re-firm somewhat. It is all about helping the elasticity of the skin and fighting gravity when possible.

[@TheLittleLambTalks]

Me too! Just coming off the meds now. It’s been a game changer for me. Now, I have to continue eating clean and only when I’m hungry!

[@nicolewalker3231]

Happy Monday, Doc! I'm excited to dig into this one, since Ozempic has been in the news a lot lately.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@divatheologica5135]

$1300 a month?! I've been prescribed this for diabetes and i get it for free in the U.K. and now I'm even more grateful for this.

[@mignonalverson2475]

America’s drug prices is highway robbery. Most of us don’t have healthcare insurance that pay for meds. Even with most insurance companies they require a copay which can so be outrageous. I don’t have insurance. I pay cash for all my meds. It sux

[@mignonalverson2475]

@Su Ki That was when Obama was in office. I’m not sure what laws have changed but I haven’t been fined one time.

[@cm_mb]

If you do not have an actual diabetes diagnosis from your doctor, insurance won't cover the medication. It's no different than having cosmetic surgery. It's not necessary, therefore, not covered by insurance. Of course it will be sky high if you're using it for vanity.

[@emem009]

I get it for free too, I have private health insurance like more than 70% of Americans do.

[@divatheologica5135]

@@mignonalverson2475 I lived in Canada as well and even with a drug plan I wouldn't be able to afford it. It is atrocious.

[@seansull]

Thank you 🙏 I love how you summarize the most important things to know in the intro. Love this channel!

[@teezfavs3905]

Thank you Dr. Dray for clearing up this issue! If we understand the medical facts, we make better decisions. 😊

[@lovetoplayharp]

Thanks, Dr. Dray. My daughter's mother-in-law has been on Ozempic for several months; nearly a year. She is one who is taking it appropriately and with appropriate care and oversight, and after many years of her insulin resistance being ignored by her prior doctor. Her blood sugar tests apparently didn't show the insulin resistance, but when the new doc tested her actual insulin, she found her to be a candidate for Ozempic. She's lost 65 pounds; it has been slow. She now can sleep at night (because of her insulin being balanced), which I have some trouble with. So I was looking into it and saw the headlines about the face and wondered about that. I appreciate your videos and so I listened to this one. Yes, that makes total sense about how losing a lot of weight would affect your face. I've seen that in people who have bariatric surgery. Thank you for clarifying. FWIW, my daughter's MIL also takes metformin and has made the changes to her diet and she exercises. (Though she did try diet and exercise before and it was the Ozempic that made the final difference for her.) So your point about it not being just a "drop weight drug" is appreciated. I'm bummed that people are just using it for completely aesthetic reasons. There are those out there who have struggled for years and who need the drug, and now there is a shortage because it's been snapped up by those with the money to pay cash and who are just using it as you say, "to get that summer-ready body."

[@clearaswater4424]

I loved all of this very important information. Thank you!

[@molokoid]

So straightforward and informative. Thank you, Dr. Dray!

[@cheilongetgano4834]

I appreciate your expertise and honesty. Your channel is one of few I can trust.

[@NicoleKing383438]

Dr. Dray with another banger...thank you for the information.

[@stephaniequintini49]

I think you did a great job with this video. You explained the medication very well and why it’s very helpful for overweight/obese individuals. I think this is one of the most accurate, if not the most accurate video I watched regarding this medication. I was on Mounjara during the summer.

[@stephaniequintini49]

I forgot to mention that I have EXTREME hair loss from losing weight so rapidly (30 lbs in 4 months). It’s just something worth mentioning when discussing this medication.

[@janetbrodesser236]

Thanks for the straight talk. Very refreshing.

[@tammyarcher3071]

Thank you for clarifying this. I work for the company and there is so much misinformation out there regarding this medication.

[@alyshal417]

Thank you Dr.Dray. Have a fabulous Monday! 💙

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@pamelagileno5483]

OMG my husband asked me about Ozempic face in a fearful tone (I'm a type II diabetic taking Ozempic or Mounjaro when available due to supply chain issues) and since I've lost 39lbs in the past 7 mos due to finally getting back surgery for my severe spinal stenosis/spondylolisthesis, changing my diet (now pescatarian/lacto-ovo veg), EXERCISING now that my back is doing better, as well as taking these GLP-1 agonists, he brought this to my attention all worried these meds were going to change my face😂 Of course I checked into his claim and allayed his fears basically saying what you've said here. So glad to see you've done a video addressing the issue!

[@laara1426]

You rock Doc ! Facts, kept it simple, no hype. Factual medical advice ! Thank you ! Thank you !

[@valeriegoode9762]

Thank you for addressing this.

[@vzeimen]

Thanks for this video. I was one of probably several that asked for it and was not disappointed. I have lost about 52 lbs and there are many upsides to losing it but there are also many downsides as well. Losing weight does not automatically mean you're sexier, happier, younger, etc. I'm really glad about the health benefits but terribly worried about the future as far as regaining the weight and/or other health issues regarding the issues discussed here.

[@toeareg100]

What are the downsides to it?

[@PatC.]

@@toeareg100 The major risk is thyroid cancer. Common ones are every gastrointestinal symptom known to man.

[@froodychick]

I was on Victoza for a while (for Diabetes) and it was very helpful but the side effects were rough!! Eventually I did have weight loss surgery, and now I'm so much healthier. I can't understand why someone would play around with this type of drug when they don't need it!

[@tzoe875]

Thank you for going into depth on this subject and like many others have mentioned for talking about obesity in a humane manner! I am type 2 diabetic and am working towards a better lifestyle. I use a blood sugar monitor on my arm (freestyle libre) and while my fingers are much happier I sometimes feel as though it’s a badge of shame. Again, thank you!

[@SimplebySarah]

Absolutely LOVED this highly informative video as always, Dr. Dray!! I learned so much in this video

[@crystalmckinney3151]

I had type 2 diabetes. I learned to chew my food and change my food to fresh whole foods and lean meats. I weight lift and do a cardio on my off days from lifting. My a1c dropped significantly my bmi changed some but instead of fat I have toned muscle. I'm not longer diabetic and I used no medication for it. It felt like forever of no results then after several months I finally looked in the mirror and saw a dramatic change. It can be done, you just have to do the work. People don't become obese or diabetic overnight, and it certainly cannot be reversed overnight either. And for the record resistance training eventually rids of the loose skin while cutting unnatural sugars that are added to foods.

[@pieternel101]

Very thorough and accurate Dr Dray, thank you for taking the time. The ozempic quick fix sure has long term consequences. Expensive ones, too.

[@wrmlm37]

Dr. Drayton. You look so well. This was very well done. TY for the education, as always.

[@patrice1269]

Dr Dray you are honest and follow the science, thank you for a great video again. Could you please do an update on Red Lite therapy? Is it safe to use a home Red Lite panel everyday of the week. I have heard rumor that it could cause fat loss in your face. I use a Mito Pro panel everyday for 15 minutes. Thanks for your help. Have a wonderful day. I was also diagnosed with osteoporosis and hoping it can help.

[@lavenderdust7912]

I haven't used Ozempic, but I lost a significant amount of weight in a relatively short time, and I too have noticed my skin is a little less plump when compared to other 25 year olds. Losing weight was one of the best decisions in my life, however I still kinda miss my chubby babyface ahah

[@moonfighter4872]

THANK YOU! I asked before it becomes buzzy for Ozempic as I was really struggling to lose my post partum weight and was becoming prediabetic. It helped kick me into gear and prevented me from becoming diabetic. It also helped CHANGE my thinking pattern and obsession with food. It's showing to help addiction now too which I think is amazing. To me it was miraculous to not think obsessively about food and feel FULL. I've been off of it and am still doing well. And yes you DO have to put in the work and deal with side effects.

[@irishpixierose]

Dr. Dray thank you for addressing this medication and the miss information out there. I have an adult child waiting to be approved to use the medication ❤️

[@katibarrett8779]

THANK YOU FOR PREACHING ABOUT HOW OBESITY IS NOT A MORAL FAILING!!! With fatphobic comments and views STILL being considered appropriate the more healthcare professionals and thin people acknowledge that it exists and that it's not ok the better off we will be! Also, I was SO confused about "Ozempic Face" because to me (as someone who has experienced it) it looks like "Weightloss Face". This is what happens when you lose weight!

[@angelajakob1257]

Fatphobia is such a woke sounding word. A phobia is a irrational fear. Obesiry should never be normalised or as seen as beautyful. Diabetes is not sexy, kidney feature and impaired eyesight is not fatphobic, shortness or breath or affected joints is not cool. Most cases of obesity is not related to bad genes, diseases or medications but actual life style choices. Medications have side effects. But people are to lazy to address the root cause and prefer an easy fix.

[@aladynamedSusan]

​@elajakob1257 you are about the only person speaking facts. My goodness it's hard to find over on this channel

[@angelaruyle2041]

I was 80lbs overweight for 8 years. I lost the last 50lbs in the last 6 months. My face looks older, my breasts and belly are saggy. I'm happy to be back at my pre medication size but it has definitely aged me.

[@slorichardson18]

It’s the change that causes this, you could try taking some collagen to give you stretch back in your skin. I found it helped.

[@ruthkingsford7580]

Start lifting weights.

[@monkeysee110]

It happened to Adele too she looks older

[@esmeraldaelliott6471]

I love your videos! Thank you for keeping it real and factual!

[@myriamlang2701]

I’m glad you talked about this because I’m taking the drug for a study on NASH and I’m also diabetic and I saw a lot of scary stuff on the internet that my doctor says are bs. So thanks for not doing sensationalism and rectify everything for us ❤

[@Alice-oe4kd]

A good informative video Thanks!

[@EnrieScielzo]

Hi Dr! Would you mind doing a video on different skin resurfacing lasers/treatments, how they work, which one is best etc? Thank you! 💖

[@DeviletteAngel]

This!

[@klausrostock4163]

Best video on here , I’ve been trying to explain this and you nailed it

[@JJ.Freshscent]

Excellent video, clear, concise, factual. Thank you.🐈

[@ellaella5537]

Thank you so much for this. I have had weight loss surgery and I’m glad I did, but I’m sad that I waited for so long because lots of ppl kept trying to talk me out of it, because of the risks. They never talked about the risks of me being 150 lbs overweight. I was very scared of the surgery, so au was easily influenced by their reactions. It seemed so simple in their minds for me to loose weight, because they never had weight issues. This weekend, at a family dinner, we talked about Ozempic and my mother said that if that drug was available then, prior to surgery, she would have totally been supportive of me taking it. My sister was a little baffled, saying that there are side effects, bla bla, that ppl shouldn’t be taking it. I had the same answer, what do you think the risks of being overweight is? What are the other options? Surgeries? What’s more risky? Studies have shown that only 5% those with big amounts of weight to lose, who lose it manage to keep it off. I know lots of ppl who have had surgeries who barely lost anything or gained a lot back. It’s the same with Ozempic. Time will tell but I would have rather have had the option of taking Ozempic, I find it less drastic and risky than surgery.

[@rosieposie9564]

You probably would not have loss all the weight you need to on just ozempic and also you would have to be on a rather expensive treatment for life. I think even now you did the right thing by having surgery.

[@ririririPXN]

Thank you for not getting on a bandwagon to get popularity and standing up for patients that suffer from larger BMIs and need help. I do not use Ozempic myself but I see patients day in and out that would greatly benefit from some help and to watch the witch hunt of late against them has been heartbreaking. You never disappoint and you are always on the side of integrity.

[@blaah9999]

For me the biggest issue is the need for type 2 diabetes patients. They are unable to get it because people only wanting it for weight loss is making it hard. I myself with type 2 diabetes I have had to go to 4 different pharmacies in my town to find it. I’m very lucky I live in an area with multiple pharmacies but not everyone is that lucky.

[@thanialumia63]

Interesting,current well informed and from an actual place of care 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@sussannekeith5676]

You are amazing ar explaining and debunking internet distortion. Thank you.❤

[@eaglechick22]

The thyroid cancer risk with this drug stopped my husband from taking this drug for his diabetes. So, think twice!

[@anniebeanie710]

I have read that some advice to mitigate the sagging skin from weight loss like increasing protein consumption and some people also say that achieving autophagy with fasting also helps (that autophagy will help you to get rid of some of that extra skin).

[@gawd4582]

"Wiser years"..... thank you sister.....🖤

[@sarg5449]

I LOVE these educational videos!

[@jojohn2950]

Happy Monday!

[@DrDrayzday]

Same to you!

[@dawnpratt4608]

Your a wise lady dr dray ypu should have tv program. Your a legend xxxxx

[@lynnh687]

Great information! Thank you so much Dr. Dray.

[@jv_real6370]

Such great information Dr. Dray. Thank you 😊

[@Raphael0918]

What a great way to start my day with a video from Dr.Dray! A great informational, educational and insightful video! Thank you so much Dr.Dray!

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@Raphael0918]

@@DrDrayzday good morning Dr.dray! Thank you for all of your wonderful advice we appreciate what you do for us

[@user-hg9zc9sf4x]

Forget about Ozempic face … yours and your hair look fabulous!

[@bethmunden7328]

Glad you pointed it out!!

[@luzye]

Thank you for your balanced and ethical content!

[@weskinz]

Great video as always! Thanks for touching on the nuances that come with weight loss. I was also wondering if you have any thoughts on Latisse or drug name Bimatoprost. It's an FDA approved and prescription only eyelash serum for length and tint. I've also heard that some people's iris change color while using it. Have a good Monday!

[@MissMyRanda]

She hasn't talked about it in a while but I have heard her mention this in past videos. If you do a search on her channel, I bet you'll find a video she did on it! I can tell you that I personally used Latisse for a while and although I loved the effect it had on my lashes, it definitely darkened and dried out the skin on my lids, which I didn't care for. But that's just my experience!

[@stefanie7588]

I had the generic and I loved it. Seemed to even help my hooded eyelids somewhat!

[@dorikell5179]

Kim ruined that dress. She should of never be allowed to wear it.

[@chantellewilson9497]

I love how informative you are ❤

[@trindadetm]

Thanks for the explanations. Hugely useful.

[@maricelg777]

Happy Monday, Dr. Dray ❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@jackiemarsh2470]

💕🌱🌷🌹🖐

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Thank You Dr. Dray!! Extremely Interesting Video!! Happy Monday!! Have a Beautiful Day and Week!! Love and Blessings Always!!🙏💕🩷💕🙏

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Jackie Marsh hope u r well n Happy Monday😀👍💜….

[@jackiemarsh2470]

@Whitney Brown Happy Monday my Friend!! Many Blessings Always!!🙏🖐🤗🥰🥰💜💜💜

[@marylawman8603]

Hi Jackie! Happy Monday! I hope you're doing well and that you had a wonderful day. It was a little warmer here today. Lower 50's and cloudy. Just getting home from a 10 hour shift and am so ready to relax with tea and kitty cuddles. ☕🐈 Peace, blessings and joy to you sweet friend. Sweet Dreams. 😴🙏😴🕊😴💖

[@jackiemarsh2470]

@marylawman8603 HI Mary!! I Bet You're Really Tired!! I Hope You're Evening is Going Absolutely Fantastic!! Let's Have Our Night Cap of Tea, and Snuggle Down With Our Kitties!! Enjoy Your Evening!! Sweet Dreams, and God Bless You Always Sweet Friend!!🙏🌹💕❤️🐈🐈☕️🫖☕️🙏

[@Milaleblanc]

Thank you for speaking the truth !

[@mandiepandie]

Great topic doc. 💖

[@medusabeheaded]

There has been a shortage in the availability of both Ozempic or Wagovy, and now I wonder if it’s because so many people are getting prescribed it just to lose a couple of pounds. This takes away the availability of these medications for those of us who need it. I have been unable to get the medication myself (pre-diabetic) for the last 5 months, unfortunately.

[@maximilian9295]

Sorry to hear that. I'd hope that good Dr's would use this for the morbidly obese that would have medical complications if they don't drop a substantial amount of weight. Not to lose a few for cosmetic purposes. That's exactly what my Dr said, it's wonderfully effective but only to be used by those who really need it.

[@makb5354]

Dr Drey said it's for BMI 27 and up. Look around, we have epidemic of Diabetes and higher BMI. Therefore, the moment it got FDA approval, it was going to be prescribed on large scale, leading to shortages. I highly doubt that at these prices, average earners will be able to create shortage or that doctors prescribe these meds for few lbs loss.

[@lisabrayer1711]

100% of obese people are pre diabetic as well.

[@danielle4644]

I’ve suffered from hypothyroidism and PCOS along with long term intense stress which all together have shut down my whole body and caused early menopause at 42. I’ve always been told to just lose the weight. 🙄 I eat very healthy, do IF as well as a light Keto. Finally a doctor listened to me and offered Ozempic but I wanted to start with something that will jumpstart my metabolism and give me energy, so I’m on speed. Lol. Taking phentermine and it’s helped me to get through the day but by no means do I have a racing heart or jitters. Btw, I get migraines when overdo exercise so I walk and now roller skate. I’ve got 100lbs to lose and am grateful for meds that help the journey.

[@srayec.7741]

Thanks for educating us! This has been very informative.

[@marygarrapa3537]

Thank you for a clear commonsense explanation.

[@ray13287]

Happy Monday 😊

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@DDP112558]

Hi Dr. Dray! Thank you so much for addressing this medication and mostly, addressing obesity in a respectful and educated way. Besides much of society, I’ve had medical professionals/MD’s who judge and don’t get it. Many of us who have obesity don’t chose to be this way. I probably know more about nutrition than many nutritionists! The verbiage that some professionals use makes an already humiliated person more humiliated. Humiliating someone won’t make them lose weight. I have PSOC and all the “wonderful” things that go along with it. I always told my doctors I don’t want to be the bearded fat lady at the sideshow! After my third child, I just couldn’t keep the weight in control. I went on the low fat craze way back and gained weight. Too many carbs in those to make the products remotely tasty. You name it, I’ve been on it. I am insulin resistant and just at the border of pre diabetes. A1C of 5.7. I work at it though, along with Metformin. I’ve contemplated gastric sleeve surgery as a tool. I’d rather take a medication though. I have autoimmune conditions. Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Sjogrens, Raynauds and have extensive back, neck and knee problems and of course it affects my hands as it does my back. Some of the more rude professionals as well as others say “Just exercise”, “go walk at least”. If I could I would. I had to have a ramp built because I could no longer go up and down my steps and falls were getting more serious. Even with pain meds , it only makes the pain bearable. I’m starving myself to get my weight down so I can start in my total knee replacements. Thanks to long COVID affecting my GI tract, I went through a month of vomiting and couldn’t eat. The only good thing about it was that I lost weight. I had lost only 6lbs before that. I’m limited to what I can eat now, but I choose to keep my carb count down as that’s the only way I’ve lost weight in the past. Basically, I’m eating the amounts I would as if I’ve had Gastric Sleeve. Yes, I’m hungry and yes the hunger hurts and sometimes makes me vomit. I’m desperate to get new knees. I’m seeing a doctor next week about one of the medications discussed, but even if my insurance approved it, it probably won’t be available. There are a couple stomach meds I’m supposed to be taking since COVID wrecked my stomach but they’re not available anymore either, but not because people taking them who don’t need them! I’m already on Humira and Injections of Methotrexate, so one more little shot wouldn’t bother me. Lol I just wish more medical personnel were as knowledgeable as you are and it’s not even your specialty! I can’t imagine you telling anyone ….”well it’s because you’re fat”! Or “if you weren’t so fat…..”, to a nerve conduction study pushing the electrodes so deep and turn it up so high, that I bruise and about can’t take the pain. The tech doing it said “I have to do it like that because your arms are so fat”! Some were never taught to be tactful and about bedside manor. It’s like they’re trying to tell you something you don’t already know about yourself! I worked in the ED and Birthing Center for 25 years and never would have said some of the things I’ve been told. I also felt I had to work harder and be better than others just to prove I could do the job and I was just as smart as the thin workers. All my jobs I’ve felt like I had to do that with any job I’ve had. I didn’t want to be stereotyped. I work 12 hr night shifts all those years and I continued to work till I couldn’t physically anymore. When it takes 30 min just to get out of the car and up steps into the house, while crying with each step being worse that the one before. That was to also prove my worth. Now I know my worth isn’t in what size I am or how good I was at whatever I was doing. It’s taken a lot of years for society and medical professionals to see a little different and not just lump all us “fatties” into the same pot.

[@minmin-bk1gn]

When are you in this state, just curious why do you have so many children? Do you have the capacity to give them the love, company and support they deserve?

[@lucrecevonkasm]

As always thank you 💙🙏🏻🕊🌞.

[@izzygee2216]

Awesome educational videos like always! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@momsnoteatingbugs1919]

That you for providing this much needed channel. Please keep telling it like it is! Ps-I’m losing weight the old fashioned way. Calorie reduction and exercise and ended my sedentary lifestyle. At 61 I became an EMT, so I’m pretty active now. I’ve lost 50 lbs and have 50 more to go. I eat sensibly, as does my whole family now and this is not a “diet”. It’s a permanent change.

[@raeperonneau4941]

Bravo on your new career!

[@dlady4]

I agree. I believe often times people don't realize that while losing weight can be a quick fix via surgery and/or medications, keeping the weight off NEVER IS. The only way to maintain the weight loss is through permanent lifestyle changes and that is extremely hard to do. Unless the person is extremely disciplined and able to control their impulses and themselves, the weight that was lost will come back. Unfortunately in this society, not many people are willing to put in the hard work that is required and will blame their failures on a myriad of factors other than themselves and their lack of willpower to put in the work that's necessary.

[@cleosdoc]

increasing insulin sensitivity when one is not diabetic OR obese to begin with seems kinda dangerous, but what do i know

[@cassandrav4358]

I was diagnosed with PCOS and have been struggling to lose weight because I'm insulin resistant because of it. I just got approved for Wegovy and I started taking it today. I also have NASH and really need this to work so I can start reversing it. I am all in with changing my eating habits and becoming more active, I just hope Wegovy will help me in the process by helping me with the insulin resistance. Thank you for sharing and I can definitely check back in to tell everyone about my results.

[@jaqsmom]

Agree! Any significant weightloss can cause this. Thanks for educating the general public.

[@lisagoldman287]

Thank you!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@LizbetPCB]

The first place I see weight loss in people is the face. It’s always been my experience long before. Ozempic! Even a little bit of weight loss seems to show up there early on.

[@acb9542]

your hair has been looking incredible lately!

[@_lifewithlexi_]

Love how real you are!

[@annabakhaeva4828]

I had been taking ozempic for about 8 months last year. I had been pre-diabetic for a while at this point and ozempic was recommended by an endocrinologist. Several months into taking ozempic I started doing different kinds of treatments on my face and body to treat loose skin. I had laser treatments for my face and SMAS lifting for body (upper arms, back and belly), VelaShape for legs. I lost 68 lbs going down from around 200 lbs to 132 lbs. My body and face look good. No sagging or droopiness. The only major side effect for me is that my breasts lost their volume a lot. It doesn’t bother me to the point of making me unhappy with my body. But I do consider breast augmentation later in life. So the point is that a substantial weight los is a lot of work and a big investment. Something you need to do only under doctor’s supervision. And it’s not only the drug, it’s a complete lifestyle change. And you need to treat side effects of weight los in the presses too. Only it’s way you can gain real results.

[@ibrahimdayub3276]

I've been on Ozempic for weight loss for the past 2 months, and what you said is absolutely true: you have to change your lifestyle or you're not going to have the desired effects. This is exactly what my doctor told me when he prescribed it to me after doing tons and tons of blood work. There's no magic fix.

[@Tonia787]

The medication is changing the entire way I think about and react to food. Med makes it possible for first time in my life.

[@pancakek2397]

Do you have any side effects?

[@ramcharge2704]

Exactly it's a tool to use ! I was classified as class 3 obesity! And I had a 41+ BMI ! And it's hard but I'm not doing to drop a few pounds ! I've struggled with my weight my entire life And is like to get off ozempic too in the Future but it's also hard changing food behaviors I can binge on any food !

[@Juahm69]

How can I get ozempic?

[@lolerie]

Yes, there is. There are chemicals that block anything, even very testy tarts or whatever.

[@DK-op3ri]

Thank You Doctor !

[@jbughart2877]

All I can say, Dr Dray, is..... YOU ARE THE BEST. I appreciate your expertise and knowledge that you share with all of us every day. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@suttonplace6214]

I am diabetic and have been having trouble and worried when I couldn't get my medication, now I know why. Weight loss, good grief vanity.....

[@lc9725]

Obesity is a life threatening chronic disease also!