The Ozempic Revolution: Weight, Mind, and the Messy Truth - with Dr. Alexandra Sowa

Ethan Suplee welcomes Dr. Alexandra Sowa, author of The Ozempic Revolution, to explore the transformative yet complex world of GLP-1 agonists. They dive into the emotional and mental challenges of weight loss, the pitfalls of yo-yo dieting, and the revolutionary potential of these medications beyond mere thinness. From personal struggles to societal shifts, this candid conversation unpacks the science, the stigma, and the hope for lasting health—offering nuance in a polarized debate.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction and Welcome00:51 - The Polarizing Debate on GLP-1 Agonists03:10 - The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting05:50 - Chronic Disease and Long-Term Medication10:55 - Reframing Weight Loss Motivation14:10 - The Mental Side of Eating19:22 - Social Contracts and Lifestyle Changes24:46 - Weight Loss Isn’t the Cure32:44 - When to Stop the Medication43:38 - Cost and Access Challenges51:13 - How GLP-1 Medications Work55:44 - Final Thoughts and Hope Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actor Ethan Suplee was an aspiring plus size model long before it became trendy and now sets out to examine our current obesity crisis. On American Glutton, he’ll talk to everyone from experts to the average Joe, exploring all the diets he has been on over the last two decades, taking us on his journey from obese to svelte and back again, examining what worked and what made him gain everything back plus 50 pounds. Sharing his ever-lasting search for the next quick fix, we’ll delve into the joys of suffering, relativism, dogged determination, and the proper way to braise a pork belly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.