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Mar 2025
1h 14m

Ozempic, The Size Zero Comeback & (More)...

The Wellness Scoop
About this episode

Are we heading back to the size zero era? With Hollywood’s red carpets filled with ultra-thin bodies, speculation about weight-loss drugs like Ozempic is everywhere. As the conversation around health shifts back to extreme weight loss, we examine the impact of Ozempic-fueled diet culture and the resurgence of toxic beauty standards.

Protein obsession isn’t slowing down—from powders to high-protein snacks, demand is booming. But do we really need more? We break down the science, the hidden risks in protein powders, and whether meat snacks are a gym-goer’s dream or just another processed food trap.

Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s in your body. Hair loss, gut issues, and unexplained breakouts could all be signs of silent stress. We reveal seven warning signals of chronic stress and the small, science-backed ways to break the cycle before it takes a toll.

Plus, nature vs. nurture—how much of our health is genetics versus lifestyle? A major new study suggests we have far more control over our long-term well-being than we think.


Recommendations This Week

Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed’s new book: The 20-Minute Gut Health Fix (@salihacooks)

Rhi’s music pick: Ludovico Einaudi

Jamelia: The Dark Side of Being A SUPERSTAR on We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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