Have you heard of Ozempic, the Hollywood fad weight loss drug? It has been making waves in the celebrity world as many turn to Ozempic to maintain a slim figure. But is it the right choice for you? Dubbed the “miracle drug,” Ozempic has gained immense popularity due to its remarkable side effects—rapid weight loss. While its primary use is in treating type 2 diabetes to regulate blood sugar levels, its ability to promote rapid weight loss has positioned it as a groundbreaking solution for shedding pounds. This has turned Ozempic into a hot commodity, with its demand skyrocketing in recent years. Nevertheless, accusations of Ozempic use in Hollywood have surfaced, but many are still in denial. 

Join Nina Daniels in this episode as she delves into the Ozempic controversy, alongside her extended walking challenge and updates on the Potential Sag-Aftra Strike. Nina also shares the experiences of six women who have used Ozempic, highlighting both the pros and cons they encountered. Curious about its effects, Nina has set a personal goal to compare her fitness journey with her family members using Ozempic. Eager to witness the drug’s potential firsthand, stay tuned. Nina will keep you posted on the natural approach vs. the drug way to achieving weight loss.

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Key Highlights from the Episode;

[00:01] Intro and a quick bio of our host, Nina Daniels

[01:23] What’s in for you in today’s show 

[02:12] Nina’s week in review and what is going on in the media

[08:03] Model diet segment: The popularity and the controversy of Ozempic

[08:24] What is in Ozempic, how it is used, and why they call it the “miracle drug.”

[10:06] The Ozempic growing interest and popularity 

[12:56] Why is Ozempic such a hot commodity in the pharmaceutical market 

[13:21] Accusation of using Ozempic in Hollywood and Kim and Klhoe’s implication.

[15:33] The pros and cons of using Ozempic from real experiences 

[26:44] Nina’s goal to compare her fitness journey with her family members on Ozempic 

[28:31] Wrap up and end the show

Notable quotes

• “Ozempic rise to a super status was not something that most people predicted, the drug was created to help diabetes patients control their blood sugar, but it’s side effects of rapid weight loss quickly stole headlines and made Ozempic a very hot commodity.” – [13:01]
• “People with diabetes are struggling to find Ozempic which is for them because it’s sold in popularity as a weight loss drug.” – [26:08]
• “Fasting is not great if you are not in the game to change your lifestyle.”– [28:01]

Resources Mentioned

• • Variety.com: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/sag-aftra-amptp-negotiations-writers-strike-1235647150/
  • FDA Ozempic Approval: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/22/well/ozempic-diabetes-weight-loss.html
  • Elon Musk tweet: https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1576367983051489281
  • Andy Cohen post: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/30/style/andy-cohen-anderson-cooper-new-years-eve-cnn.html
  • Variety report: https://variety.com/2022/film/actors/weight-loss-ozempic-semaglutide-hollywood-1235361465/
  • TikTok #Ozempic: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/ozempic?lang=en
  • Mounjaro drug: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/11/well/live/ozempic-mounjaro-weight-loss-diabetes.html
  • Side effects of Ozempic: https://www.insider.com/side-effects-of-semaglutide-wegoy-ozempicweight-loss-drug-2022-11
  •  Dramatic weight loss results from Mounjaro: https://investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lillys-tirzepatide-achieved-157-weight-loss-adults-obesity-or

• Lana Rodriguez: https://www.insider.com/ozempic-medication-for-binge-eating-lost-weight-2023-4
• Struggle to find Ozempic: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/people-diabetes-struggle-find-ozempic-soars-popularity-weight-loss-aid-rcna64916

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