In a world where celebrities often shy away from discussing their weight-loss journeys, Oprah Winfrey’s recent admission about using weight-loss medication has sparked a much-needed conversation. Praised by renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow and fans alike, Oprah’s honesty has the potential to save lives and challenge the stigma surrounding the use of medication for weight loss.
Dr. Dubrow, known for his role on the hit show “Botched,” commended Oprah for her openness about incorporating medication into her weight-loss journey. While speaking with TMZ, he highlighted the unfortunate trend of shaming individuals who rely on medications like Ozempic, emphasizing the need for a change in attitude.
Celebrities often attribute their weight loss to exercise or hormonal changes, leaving the public unaware of the full picture. Dr. Dubrow believes that it is time for celebrities to feel comfortable speaking candidly about their experiences. By doing so, they can help normalize the use of weight-loss medications and encourage others to seek the help they need.
Dr. Dubrow suggests that Oprah’s influential status could initiate a trend or, at the very least, a discussion that leads to a more accepting attitude towards the use of weight-loss medications. With her immense popularity and respected voice, Oprah has the power to shift public opinion and inspire others to embrace this alternative approach to combat obesity.
As we previously reported, Oprah revealed that she takes weight loss medication as a “maintenance tool”
“It was public sport to make fun of me for 25 years. I have been blamed and shamed, and I blamed and shamed myself.”
Winfrey adds that “the fact that there’s a medically approved prescription for managing weight and staying healthier, in my lifetime, feels like relief, like redemption, like a gift, and not something to hide behind and once again be ridiculed for. I’m absolutely done with the shaming from other people and particularly myself.”
Oprah Winfrey’s honesty about her use of weight-loss medication has sparked a much-needed conversation about the stigma surrounding these medications. Praised by Dr. Terry Dubrow and fans, her openness has the potential to encourage others to seek the help they need.