Renowned TV star and health expert Jillian Michaels shared alarming details about the potential side effects of Ozempic, a popular weight-loss medication. Michaels had an open conversation with her plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills who revealed that the “Ozempic Face” is not just a matter of reduced facial volume due to weight loss, but also involves accelerated aging and skin degradation.
According to Dr. Sabine Hazan, a gastroenterologist, Ozempic can delay gastric emptying, leading to disruptions in gut microbiome composition and potentially causing conditions like SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth). This may have long-term consequences, including stomach cancer.
Furthermore, several studies have documented large gastric bezoars in patients on GLP-1 drugs, which can grow and cause severe symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In extreme cases, these bezoars can lead to life-threatening blockages, infections, and even require surgical removal.
Moreover, weight loss medication like Ozempic has been linked to plummeting libido in both men and women. This is likely due to the alteration of dopamine levels and gut-brain communication, which can impact motivation and pleasure – including sexual desire.
Michaels emphasized the importance of transparent conversation about these risks, urging individuals to make informed decisions without being clouded by hype. As the stakes are high, no one should unknowingly enter into a bargain with potential side effects that could have serious consequences for their health and well-being.
Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14425935/Beverly-Hills-plastic-surgeon-Ozempic-effects-JILLIAN-MICHAELS.html