Who knows. Maybe their insurance doesn’t cover it? Or they’re happy now they are? ozempic will def make ya lose weight but it makes ya look like $hit. Like a crackhead.
Fatso's can take Ozempic and not lose anything because they're still in their Fatso mindset living to please their palate. If they lose some appetite they will use that as an excuse to eat all those things they try to avoid or limit.
"Hey, I can get by with only 1 Whopper combo now, instead of needing 2", so they eat like trash still. Ask this fatso how I know.
Obesity isn't going anywhere for those whose life revolves around food and emotional eating. Lots of people lose some than stall or not lose at all because they're mindset isn't geared to work with the drug to change their lives for the better.
Who knows. Maybe their insurance doesn’t cover it? Or they’re happy now they are? ozempic will def make ya lose weight but it makes ya look like $hit. Like a crackhead.
Unless Ozempic is prescribed for diabetes, it’s generally not covered by insurance and Medicaire, for example, does not. Without insurance, the cost is $1,000 per month.
Who knows. Maybe their insurance doesn’t cover it? Or they’re happy now they are? ozempic will def make ya lose weight but it makes ya look like $hit. Like a crackhead.
Unless Ozempic is prescribed for diabetes, it’s generally not covered by insurance and Medicaire, for example, does not. Without insurance, the cost is $1,000 per month.
4 episode podcast series on Spotify "Trillion Dollar Shot". Pretty interesting. If I am not mistaken, about 80% get off the drug within about 3 months. Nasty side effects for many people and at close to $1000/month, people can't afford it. As soon as you get off the drug, the weight comes right back on. This is a pharmaceutical dream for a desperate consumer.
It will be interesting to see what the drug costs once Trumps drug cost deal goes through. Last I looked, in Mumbai India you could get Ozempic for about $80 month.
1. Wealthy female friend (wife's friend) who has always been about 25-30 pounds overweight despite working out daily. Personally, I was always curious how she could hold onto the weight, and after a few years realized it was a mix of genetics and a love of food and wine. She just carried that weight and would likely be a lot heavier if it weren't for the daily workouts. Smart lady, too. A CFO. When I say workouts, I mean stuff like personal trainers, Orange Theory, Peloton. Not just walking the dog. But also not daily 10-milers. She got on Ozempic and lost the added weight. She is now thin. It took about 6 months. She is 50 and plans to take it forever. $700 a month and she says it is worth it.
2. Another very wealthy female who is slightly younger, around 45, who lives down the street. She is the daughter of a guy who owns a string of car dealerships and despite doing nothing for the business (I am sure she has a role) she lives high on the hog. No kids but ha a gold-digger husband who used to work for her dad. She has to be close to 400 lbs. Enormous. And at 45, she is starting to really go downhill fast. Not a close friend, so I do not know the details, but a mutual friend told my wife that she tried Ozempic but had to get off because she couldn't hold down food (no jokes, please). Anyway, she smokes and drinks and I have no idea how she can do anything. I never see her move. I will occasionally see her driving in her Mercedes SUV or sitting at a table somewhere, but never actually on the move. She is really nice, FWIW. This drug would have a HUGE impact on her life if she could take it, but apparently she cannot. So the side effects must be significant for someone who is likely going to die to refuse to take it.
Neither of these are case studies. Both are anecdotes.
Wow! "$1000" a month without insurance?!? 😯 And it's not covered by Medicare?
My friend has hers covered with BCBS, but has diabetes. But she’s taking that AND Metformin. Make it make sense.
She eats less but still eats crap and doesn’t lift or eat protein. Says she gets acid reflux. I can’t see how it works long-term but wish her the best.
Ozempic mimics the hormone that says you're full and not hungry. Fat people supposedly could be simply lacking enough of this hormone or it's not working correctly like how diabetes 2 is insulin dysfunction and/or insufficient insulin production. So they're constantly feeling hungry because nothing is telling their body otherwise. That's called food noise which is difficult to fight.
Probably eventually be considered a chronic disease cured with a lifetime on glp-1s.
This is one of the things I find fascinating about the obesity epidemic: how people rely so much on hunger cues while totally ignoring how much food they’re consuming. I’m in my early 40s, have a lifelong athletic background, and very fit, especially when compared to my coworkers or other regular folks my age. I’m rarely, if ever, “hungry,” and I’ve maintained within 10-15 pounds of my college weight for the last twenty years. Mostly because I’m aware of how much energy my body needs and how much I put in.
It’s not even like I count calories or weigh food or anything either. If I find I’m gaining weight when I eat X amount of food, I’ll first try eating X - Y. And then X - Z if I didn’t limit my portions enough. I don’t cut any types of food out of my diet, I just practice moderation.
I wish people would be more conscious about what they put in their body…and how much. People complain about the lack extreme cost of these drugs when it would cost *less* money to simply consume less food.
That bit confuses me as well, the hunger cues. If I know I are enough calories but still feel hungry I know it is a false feeling. I'm 5'6" and 140, same as high school. I exercise regularly, eat real food and little processed, but on occasion enjoy baked goods and sweets, especially at Christmas. It just comes down to self control and ignoring false queues.
About 10 years ago at work someone made the statement no one can eat just one potato chip. I bet them not only could I do it but I would eat exactly one chip every work day for an entire year. I won that bet and my boss gave me $1,000 for it. Many days I wanted to have more than one but I just decided not to.
GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) can cause a variety of side effects, including gastrointestinal issues like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. Rare but more serious side effects can include pancreatitis, gallbladder disorders,and bowel obstruction. Other possible side effects include hair loss, low blood sugar, and changes in mood or appetite.
No thank you. I'd rather be fat.
side effects of obesity: every one of these things plus Cardiovascular disease Type 2 diabetes Sleep apnea and other breathing problems Numerous cancers Gallbladder disease Fatty liver disease Osteoarthritis Reproductive issues
Ozempic is a big money maker many tens of billions. The Danish where it is made has banned its use. It has tons of side effects.
How about instead of spending 100 of billions on a dangerous medicine we mandate organic food and exercise in schools.
American health. Have a problem take dangerous medicine considered safe.
AI While it is generally considered safe, there are some potential side effects that users should be aware of. Common side effects: Gastrointestinal issues: These are the most common side effects and usually occur at the beginning of treatment or when the dose is increased. They include:Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Stomach pain Constipation Heartburn Bloating Burping Fatigue: Feeling tired or having low energy is a common side effect, especially at the start of treatment or after dose increases. Dizziness: Some people may experience dizziness. Blurred vision: Blurred vision can also occur. Injection site reactions: Reactions at the injection site, such as changes in skin color, discoloration, or discomfort, are possible. Serious side effects (less common but can be severe): Thyroid tumors, including cancer: Ozempic carries a boxed warning due to the potential risk of thyroid C-cell tumors. Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis): Pancreatitis, characterized by severe abdominal pain, can occur. Kidney problems (kidney failure): In individuals with existing kidney issues, vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration and potentially worsen kidney problems. Gallbladder disease: This can include gallstones or inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis). Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia): While less common when used alone, hypoglycemia can be more likely if Ozempic is taken with other diabetes medications like sulfonylureas or insulin. Allergic reactions: Serious allergic reactions, though rare, can happen and require immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, breathing problems, or severe rash. Long-term side effects: Pancreatitis: Long-term use may increase the risk of pancreatitis. Vision problems: Diabetic retinopathy, which affects blood vessels in the eye, can be a potential long-term side effect, particularly for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Acute kidney injury: Dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea can contribute to acute kidney injury. Gallbladder disease: The risk of gallstones and gallbladder disease may be elevated with long-term use.
New Ozempic Side Effect Updates On July 3, 2024, researchers published a study in JAMA Ophthalmology that reported that patients with Type 2 diabetes who took semagalutide-containing medications had more than a fourfold higher risk for developing nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) compared with patients not on a GLP-1 agonist. Overweight people who took semaglutide for weight loss had a more than sevenfold higher risk. NAION is a condition that occurs after blood stops flowing to the optic nerve, causing vision loss in one eye. Rarely, it may affect the other eye within a year of its initial onset, leading to blindness. The FDA is investigating reports of hair loss and suicidal thoughts linked to Ozempic. On Jan. 11, 2024, the FDA released a safety communication informing the public that the agency hasn’t found a connection between Ozempic or Wegovy and suicidal thoughts. However, the FDA said it “cannot rule out a small risk.” These reports are from the FDA Adverse Events Reporting System (FAERS).
Are GLP-1s not enough for some people or are people just choosing to stay fat and not take them?
It is because fat is a social construct of appearance. I could lose 20 pounds, sure... according to a scale. I could drop to 160 on my 5 feet 7 and some frame. But I could also lose the muscle in my lower body that propels me forward comfortably. I could end up with massive health complications including major acid reflux and uncontrollable hiccups and weird features that would feel like a punishment for having a body that people think is imperfect. All for an extra 20 pounds.
Are GLP-1s not enough for some people or are people just choosing to stay fat and not take them?
It is because fat is a social construct of appearance. I could lose 20 pounds, sure... according to a scale. I could drop to 160 on my 5 feet 7 and some frame. But I could also lose the muscle in my lower body that propels me forward comfortably. I could end up with massive health complications including major acid reflux and uncontrollable hiccups and weird features that would feel like a punishment for having a body that people think is imperfect. All for an extra 20 pounds.
I just simply don't want that.
The reward isn't worth the risk.
Ozempic is just like modern day fen-phen. I weighed 180 in 1996 and saw people taking fen-phen and it made them act weirdly. I weigh 180 in 2025. For my BMI to be below 25, I need to lose 20 pounds. I may or may not.
I don't need something like ozempic even if I'm considered fat by objective standards.