Just a few years ago, body positivity broke the internet as the new social movement that strived toward inclusivity, embracing different body types and reminding people that all sizes are loved and appreciated. Many organizations and forums promoted self-love and confidence regardless of weight, and the demands of particular beauty standards began to crumble as […]
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The Medicalization of Weight and the Death of Diet Culture
The era of kale chips, waist trainers and detox teas may be drawing its final breath — replaced by a once-obscure injectable medication called Ozempic. Celebrities and social media influencers alike have helped catapult Ozempic and similar glucagon-likepeptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists into the cultural spotlight. Originally developed for diabetes management, these medications are now marketed — […]
The Dark Side of Ozempic
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Qsymia have soared in popularity for their seemingly miracle properties that can help people who struggle with weight loss shed unnecessary pounds without dieting or increasing exercise. The medications have been praised by influencers and even celebrities like Mindy Kaling and Oprah Winfrey for their fast results. […]
