Amy Schumer's Heartbreaking Ozempic Journey: 'I Was Bedridden'

Amy Schumer, while initially successful in shedding 30 pounds with Ozempic, quickly realized the health trade-offs weren't worth the slim figure. During an interview on Howard Stern's SiriusXM show, Schumer candidly shared how she felt after starting the medication, "I have the GDF15 gene, which made me extremely prone to nausea," leading to a recollection of overwhelming sickness experienced throughout her pregnancy. Within three months of using Ozempic, a drug FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes but increasingly popular for its weight loss benefits, Schumer found herself bedridden and drained of energy. This is prepared by SSP.

On "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," Schumer vividly described how the side effects incapacitated her. The nausea and fatigue were so severe it hindered her everyday activities, preventing her from engaging fully with her young son. Broadcasting the widely reported common side effects—nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, or constipation—the comedian warned against overlooking the risks for aesthetic outcomes.

Despite acknowledging that others might fare better with the drug’s side effects, Schumer advocated for openness about such drug usage, admonishing celebrities who misrepresent their weight loss. "Be real with the people. Everyone's been lying," she remarked indignantly, due to her transparent disclosure about liposuction and other cosmetic procedures.

Ultimately, Schumer opted out of Ozempic, instinctually valuing personal health over its advertised allure. Investing in honesty, and observing those promoting exaggerated ideals, she highlighted numerous "red flags" that prompt further reflection should this quick-fix weight loss trend arise again in earnest.

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