Is Ozempic A Miracle Weight Loss Drug Or A Secret Killer? - Johann Hari - #783

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Hello, friends, welcome back to the show. My guest today is Johann Hari. He's a journalist, a writer and an author. From fad diets to fasting and vibrating plates, the quest for easier weight loss has been endless. The recent emergence of Ozempic and similar drugs promises a no strings attached solution to achieving the body you've always wanted. But is this actually a new miracle drug or a bundle of hidden side effects? Expect to learn the biggest impact Ozempic is having on people's lives, why these drugs work so well, what it's like to actually take Ozempic, the potential long term side effects, whether Ozempic is different to weight loss drugs of years past, how these drugs interact with our modern diets, the potential problems for people with eating disorders and much more. I think this is probably one of the biggest changes that we're going to see to society from a health perspective over the next decade. Johann says that it is similar to the introduction of the iPhone 10, 15 years ago, and I'm inclined to agree with him. I think that this has the potential to be a huge step change in how people live their lives and it is very important to assess it with requisite care, and Johann has definitely done that, so lots and lots to take away from today. If you enjoy this episode, share it with someone that you think would benefit. There are a lot of insights and this is a entire new world. Basically, no one knows anything about, so yes, share it with someone that you think would love it. This episode is brought to you by Gymshark. The best gym wear on the planet is from Gymshark, so no matter what you are looking for, if you are spending more time in the gym, you will feel better if you've got cool new clothing and Gymshark make the best men's shorts on the planet. Their studio shorts in dusty maroon, willow green, onyx gray and navy were what I wore throughout all of my trip to LA, which you may have seen on YouTube recently. Their crest hoodie is what I am flying in whenever I'm on a flight and their geoseamless t-shirt is also what I train in every single day. All of their kit is unbelievably lightweight, sweat wicking, it's easy to wash and dry. I'm in love and the fit and quality of their fabrics are phenomenal. Plus, there is a 30-day free returns internationally and you can get 10% off everything sitewide and worldwide. If you go to gymshark.com and use the code MW10 at checkout, that's gymshark.com and MW10. This episode is brought to you by Whoop. I've won Whoop for over four years now since way before they were a partner on the show and it is the only wearable I have ever stuck with because it's the best. It is so innocuous. You do not remember that you've got it on. And yet it tracks absolutely everything 24-7 via something from your wrist. It tracks your heart rate, it tracks your sleep, your recovery, all of your workouts, your resting heart rate, your heart rate variability, how much you're breathing throughout the night. It puts all of this into an app and spits out very simple, easy to understand and fantastically usable data. It's phenomenal. I am a massive, massive fan of Whoop. And that is why it's the only wearable that I've ever stuck with. You can join for free, pay nothing for the brand new Whoop 4 strap, plus you get your first month for free and there's a 30-day money back guarantee. So you can buy it for free, try it for free. And if you do not like it after 29 days, they will give you your money back. Head to join.whoop.com/modernwisdom. That's join.whoop.com/modernwisdom. This episode is brought to you by Element. Stop having coffee first thing in the morning. Your adenosine system that caffeine acts on isn't even active for the first 90 minutes of the day, but your adrenal system is and salt acts on your adrenal system. Element contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio of sodium potassium and magnesium with no junk, no sugar, no coloring, artificial ingredients, gluten fillers, or any other BS. It plays a critical role in reducing muscle cramps and fatigue, whilst optimizing brain health, regulating appetite and curbing cravings. It's how I've started my morning every single day for over three years now. And I absolutely love it. The orange flavor in a cold glass of water first thing in the morning is fantastic. It is the best way to start the day. Also, there are no BS, no questions, ask refund policy. So if you do not like it for any reason, they will give you your money back and you don't even need to return the box. That's how confident they are that you love it. Head to drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom to get a free sample pack of all eight flavors with your first box. That's drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom.