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The Ozempic Obsession with Jia Tolentino [VIDEO]
May 16, 2024
New Yorker writer and cultural critic Jia Tolentino joins to discuss the media frenzy around weight loss drug Ozempic, exploring societal pressures, gender norms, and the cultural obsession with thinness. The podcast challenges societal messaging on body image and advocates for prioritizing well-being over appearance.
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- Ozempic sparks debates on weight loss and societal beauty ideals.
- Body positivity movements face challenges amid shifting beauty standards.
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The Influence of Ozempic-type Drugs on Weight Loss
The Ozempic-type drugs have sparked discussions on weight loss and societal perceptions. These drugs, originally used for diabetes, have shown weight loss effects leading to cultural conversations. The shift in beauty standards and the moral implications of body changes have been highlighted. Conversations around structural beauty ideals and biases have emerged, shedding light on societal judgments based on weight.
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