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New Book Explores India's Weight Loss Obsession, Ozempic Use
A new book in India is talking about popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic.
These drugs are becoming very popular because they help people lose weight.
The book explains how these drugs work and why people are using them.
Some people feel ashamed for using these drugs.
The book interviews people who have taken them and shares their experiences.
Experts discussed the science behind these drugs at a launch event.
The book aims to help people understand the drugs and deal with the social pressure around weight.
A new book discusses the use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro in India.
The book, co-authored by endocrinologist Ambrish Mithal and journalist Shivam Vij, explores the science and societal impact of these drugs.
The launch event at Delhi's ITC Maurya included discussions about weight loss and the cultural obsession with thinness.
The book aims to combat misinformation surrounding GLP-1 drugs and address the stigma associated with their use.
The book also features interviews with patients who have used these drugs for weight loss.
- Who
- Endocrinologist Ambrish Mithal and journalist Shivam Vij.
- What
- A book launch event discussing weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro in India.
- Where
- Delhi's ITC Maurya.
- When
- Last week.
- Why
- To discuss weight loss drugs, their impact, and address misinformation.
Skepticism
Acceptance
The social acceptance of weight-loss drugs
Skepticism
Questioning of the ethics of drugs usage and potential health risks
Acceptance
Acceptance of drugs to achieve desired weight loss.
Key facts
- Book Title
- The Weight Loss Revolution: Weight Loss Drugs and How to Use Them
- Authors
- Ambrish Mithal and Shivam Vij
- Publisher
- Juggernaut Books
- Key Drugs
- Ozempic, Mounjaro
- Original use of drugs
- Diabetes treatment
Quotes
Shivam Vij
Journalist, co-author, and first obesity patient to take semaglutide
“When you’re fat, they’re unhappy and when you’re thin, they’re unhappy.”
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“In a few years, everybody will be on it and everybody will be thin.”
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Ambrish Mithal
Leading endocrinologist and co-author of the book on obesity
“The media either takes it to one extreme or another.”
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“Nearly every two weeks, The New York Times has an article saying that this is the answer to the world’s problems.”
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Sharmila Tagore
Actor
“she understands society’s obsession with bodies.”
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