The Ozempic Craze

Ozempic, a drug originally for diabetes, is now at the center of attention for weight-loss conversations. Image Credits: Shutterstock  

For years, people have been searching for the perfect solution to lose weight without drastic life-changes. It’s frustrating when harsh diets and daily exercise routines produce slow results. In a world where people are constantly worried about maintaining weight, a once-a-week injection sounds like the dream solution. 

For the past year, Ozempic has taken the world by storm, providing them the solution to all their struggles. Though originally made for people with diabetes, it’s become a total game-changer for those struggling with obesity. Celebrities, influencers, and individuals alike, have praised the drug for its miraculous and quick results. However, the more people encourage its effects the more questions it raises. Are we as a society, encouraging a culture of medical shortcuts over healthy and sustainable habit changes? 

Side effects from using Ozempic have already been reported, causing symptoms including nausea, muscle loss, and rapid weight gain once someone quits consumption. Some doctors worry that this trend could reinforce harmful societal pressures to be thin, rather than focus on the individual’s well being. 

Moreover, the drug is known to cause “Ozempic face” which is a non-medical term for a hollowed, gaunt look on one’s face due to the rapid weight-loss. Though not directly a consequence from the medicine itself, it is a consequence of rapid weight-loss. This “look” is how many people identify Ozempic users, going as far as shaming them due to their changed appearance. Celebrities and influencers have faced much criticism due to Ozempic accusations and evidence of their face changes.

In 2025, body positivity is still challenging the stereotypes that have once negatively influenced young and old minds alike. It’s time to evolve from old stereotypes and learn to either accept who we are or approach these problems in a healthy, sustainable way. Rather than celebrating Ozempic as a “quick fix”, we should be focusing on improving access to healthier foods, exercise and addressing mental health factors.