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How Ozempic Changes Our Bodies, Minds, and Economy — With Johann Hari

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The Obesity Epidemic: Health, Economics, and Solutions

This chapter explores the grave public health crisis of obesity in the U.S., linking it to staggering mortality rates and economic concerns. It examines the role of weight-loss medications like Ozempic and their effects on consumer behavior, food industry dynamics, and healthcare economics. The discussion also considers the implications of changing biological perspectives on weight regulation in the context of rising obesity rates.

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