· Max Lowery · Podcast Episode · 2 min read
#29 Ozempic Exposed: The Truth Behind the Hype
Ozempic: The So-Called Miracle Weight Loss Drug? Max Lowery exposes the top 5 reasons why Ozempic can do more harm than good, from nasty side effects to failing to address weight gain's root causes.
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Ozempic vs Sustainable Weight Loss: 5 Reasons to Skip the Shot and What To Do Instead
Thinking about Ozempic because nothing else has worked
In this straight-talking episode, Max and head coach Shane break down the hype around Ozempic and Wegovy and explain why these injections are not the shortcut they seem. If you are a woman over 40 who has tried every diet, battled emotional eating, and just wants a plan that works in real life, this will help you make a confident, informed decision.
What you will learn
• The real risks: nausea, vomiting, constipation, gallbladder and pancreas issues, vision changes, kidney problems, and a higher risk of thyroid cancer
• The hidden cost: why monthly prescriptions can spiral and keep you dependent without fixing the underlying habits
• The root-cause problem: injections suppress appetite, but they do not solve emotional eating, all-or-nothing thinking, stress regulation, or the beliefs that drive your choices
• The ethics no one mentions: off-label use can reduce access for people with type 2 diabetes who rely on GLP-1 meds
• Muscle loss and malnutrition: why fast weight loss without protein and strength work can lower metabolism and make regain more likely
Max and Shane also share what does work long term: simple, protein-focused meals, low-intensity movement you enjoy, better sleep, and the mindset shifts that stop the guilt spiral. Instead of chasing quick fixes, you will hear practical steps to build consistency and confidence, even through perimenopause or menopause, holidays, and busy weeks. They explain how to redesign your environment and identity so healthy choices feel natural, not forced.
Bottom line
Ozempic can reduce hunger, but it cannot teach you how to eat, how to manage stress without food, or how to trust yourself around dinners out and weekends. If you want results that last, focus on behavior change and skills you can keep for life.
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