https://www.flickr.com/people/22017657@N05For those who share a condo with Patrick Star under a rock, Ozempic fever has taken over Hollywood! Ozempic is a diabetes medication now known for its side effect of drastic weight loss. Consequently, many in Hollywood have turned to it as a means of shedding a few extra pounds. However, celebrities who have experienced dramatic weight loss have faced scrutiny over their alleged use of Ozempic.
Kelly Clarkson is one such celebrity who has recently undergone a noticeable transformation. She recently addressed the speculation, clarifying that while she did seek medical assistance for her weight loss journey, it did not involve Ozempic. Many fans empathize with Clarkson, understanding the sensitive nature of such inquiries into her personal health choices.
Kelly Clarkson Clarifies Ozempic Was Not How She Lost Drastic Weight!
In a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, the A-list celebrity singer and host Kelly Clarkson discussed her weight loss journey with special guest Whoopi Goldberg. During the show, Clarkson revealed that her bloodwork showed alarming levels that required medication to help her body break down excess sugar, ultimately resulting in her remarkable transformation.
However, contrary to speculation, it wasn’t Ozempic as many had assumed. She clarified that her weight loss journey involved a different medication. She revealed,
“Everybody thinks it’s Ozempic, it’s not, it’s something else. But it’s something that aids in helping break down the sugar, obviously my body doesn’t do it right… I didn’t see it [before I lost weight]… I was never insecure about it, I was happy… I just did not see that… People assume, ‘She must’ve been miserable or depressed or whatever.’ I was not.”
Additionally, the singer disclosed that she also suffers from thyroid problems. Clarkson shared that at her heaviest, she weighed 203 pounds and felt unrecognizable to herself. While she never felt unhappiness about her weight or appearance, the weight loss journey was driven by concern, as her weight had reached a point that could potentially lead to serious health issues for the singer. She previously opened up about her diet in an interview with People magazine, stating,
“I eat a healthy mix. I dropped weight because I’ve been listening to my doctor — a couple years I didn’t. And 90 percent of the time I’m really good at it because a protein diet is good for me anyway. I’m a Texas girl, so I like meat — sorry, vegetarians in the world!”
Now that she is back on a healthy path, she feels comfortable sharing her weight loss journey and emphasizing the importance of prioritizing health over looks.
Fans Empathize with Kelly Clarkson for Sharing Her Weight Loss Journey
It’s both strange and heart-wrenching to discover that those in the public eye feel compelled to open up about such private and personal matters to the world. This trend began after Oprah Winfrey hinted at using Ozempic without explicitly naming the drug.
Since then, numerous celebrities have admitted to using it off-label. Weight has always been a sensitive topic, and now fans are expressing concerns about the impact of weight loss drugs on both physical health and body image. However many seemed to empathise with Clarkson as she shared her side of the story.
Here is what the fans have to say on the matter,
I hate that she feels the need to explain this. Her body, her health, her business.
— ladidai (@ladidaix) 🤠 peep lincolnbio (@ladidaix) May 14, 2024
She sings a new cover song 5 days a week LIVE— she works really hard at her job, her job is physically demanding performing so for her weight to change is HER business we don’t ask for drug tests for men that gain muscle before a movie role
— a nap plz (@808nobody) May 14, 2024
i love that for her, let her do whatever she wants with her own body
— emy (@emysbill) May 14, 2024
why does everyone feel entitled to people’s personal health information… yall are so weird!
— Satyam Patel | 𝕏… (@SatyamInsights) May 14, 2024
even if it was ozempic, it’s nobody’s business but hers. the public is not entitled to knowing about her weight and body fr
— Reverse Truth🦅🇬🇧👑 (@Bidal4Life) May 14, 2024
Regardless of whether individuals rely on medication or not, nobody should be subjected to ridicule for their body. Unrealistic expectations regarding body image and maintenance have detrimental effects, both physically and mentally.
Celebrities and fans have spoken out against the use of Ozempic and similar drugs for drastic weight loss. Instead, they encourage people to pursue healthier alternatives. However, it is also important to note that, everyone has the right to make choices about their own body without facing criticism or trolling.
