Should EVERYONE Be Taking Ozempic? Dr Mike Israetel’s Shocking Take
Dr Karan Explores - A podcast by OG Podcasts - Fridays
💬 “ I would say [weight loss injections] come pretty close to being health elixirs. Taking these drugs is better for almost everyone, than not taking these drugs.” ~Dr Mike Israetel
⚡️ Returning guest Dr Mike Israetel is a fitness expert with a PhD in Sport Physiology. As the founder of Renaissance Periodization, Mike is known for his science-based approach to training and nutrition.
⚡ In this episode Dr Mike and I bring you a New Years resolution special - with a twist. As we discuss the science of setting realistic goals and sticking to them, a surprising conversation around Ozempic and TRT unfolds.
🎧 Stay tuned to find out:
➡︎ How to create habit loops and why goals should be tailored to small consistent wins
➡︎ Why Mike thinks everyone should be taking Ozempic and weight-loss injections
➡ Whether rising beauty stands are really the problem they’re made out to be
➡︎ What’s going on with the rise in TRT use
➡︎ How we have billionaires to thank for testing out the supplements of tomorrow
📕 Chapters
(1:16) The science of habit building for the New Year
(6:07) Making goals as easy as possible
(10:57) Using weight loss injections for habit forming
(15:24) Are the risks of Ozempic worth it if you’re not overweight?
(21:46) Should we fear taking Ozempic for life?
(30:30) The casual rise of TRT
(39:04) Body dysmorphia and rising beauty standards
(44:40) Bryan Johnson and anti-ageing influencers
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