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Published May 21, 2024

993: Johann Hari | The Skinny on 'Magic Pill' Weight-Loss Drugs

Dive into the complex world of weight-loss drugs with Johann Hari as he and host Jordan Harbinger examine the benefits and risks of medications like Ozempic, unravel the effects of processed foods on the obesity epidemic, and shed light on the psychological factors entangled with emotional eating and societal stigma.

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- Explain more about the pros and cons of Ozempic
  Asked by 434 people
- What are the known side effects of Ozempic?
  Asked by 121 people
- How can we manage emotional reactions?
  Asked by 15 people
- What are your thoughts on GLP-1 medications?
  Asked by 10 people
- Tell me something about losing weight
  Asked by 7 people
- How do processed foods impact mood and hormones?
  Asked by 7 people
- What is Ozempic?
  Asked by 6 people
- What are the benefits of GLP-1 drugs?
  Asked by 4 people
- If someone has a low fat percentage but also a very low BMI, is there a benefit to increasing overall muscle mass?
  Asked by 4 people
- What is the current obesity rate?
  Asked by 4 people
- How effective are GLP-1 drugs for weight loss?
  Asked by 3 people
- How does food processing affect weight loss?
  Asked by 2 people
- What does Dr. Seeds say about Ozempic?
  Asked by 2 people
- Does the pill semaglutide work for weight loss?
  Asked by 2 people
- What are the main benefits of Ozempic?
  Asked by 2 people

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