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an hour ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Lizzo opens up about body positivity, weight loss and the stigma surrounding medication
Breaking the stigma: Lizzo discusses weight loss, Ozempic, and body positivity. Image: Instagram / lizzobeeating Let's face it, conversations about weight loss are rarely simple. They're wrapped in layers of judgement, societal expectations, and let's not forget, shame. In a world where appearance often feels like currency, being open about weight loss, especially as a celebrity, is no small feat. The Grammy-winning artist and outspoken advocate for body positivity has always done things her way, unapologetically. But when she recently opened up about trying Ozempic, a medication often used for weight loss, her honesty sparked a bigger conversation, one about self-care, stigma and the many paths we take toward health. After months of public speculation and online trolling about her weight loss, Lizzo finally addressed the chatter head-on and revealed that yes, she did try Ozempic at the start of her journey. During a recent appearance on Trisha Paytas' Just Trish podcast, Lizzo revealed that she had tried Ozempic early in her weight loss journey in 2023 but quickly realised it wasn't for her in the long term. 'I tried everything,' she explained. 'Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same thing.' Fake food While Ozempic didn't turn out to be the solution for Lizzo, she credited a major shift in her diet as the true catalyst for her transformation. For years, Lizzo followed a plant-based diet, consuming vegan foods exclusively from 2020 to 2023. However, she quickly realised that not all vegan options are created equal. 'When I was vegan, I was consuming a lot of fake meats, bread and rice,' Lizzo said. 'I had to eat a lot of it to stay full, but I was consuming 3,000 to 5,000 calories a day.' The turning point came when she transitioned to eating whole, natural foods like chicken, fish and beef. This change not only left her feeling fuller for longer but also helped her avoid the hidden calories and 'fake sugars' often found in processed vegan products. 'Some foods, even if they're small, are packed with fake sugar that leaves you still feeling hungry,' she explained. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Body shaming Addressing the stigma around weight loss medications, one of the most powerful moments in the podcast came when Lizzo addressed the judgement that often comes with taking weight loss medication: 'It's not easy. It's a drug to help somebody with something they're struggling with,' she explained. 'I think people ... it's their way of being fatphobic when you're telling someone they're cheating.' That hits hard. For many people, especially women living in larger bodies, the pressure to justify every step of their health journey is intense. Whether you're gaining or losing, you're judged. Whether you go natural or get help, you're judged. And that judgement often has nothing to do with health and everything to do with deep-rooted societal biases. Lizzo has always been vocal about her commitment to body positivity, even as she worked toward her weight loss goals. Reflecting on her journey, she admitted, 'I feel like I worked really, really hard, and it was intentional with what I did with my body.' When she receives compliments on her transformation, she doesn't shy away from them. Harmful narratives 'I really receive it because I need to receive that,' she said. 'I don't take it in any weird way because I tried to do this.' The shame and judgement surrounding weight loss choices, especially for women, needs to stop. These harmful narratives only reinforce unrealistic expectations and discourage people from seeking the help they need. The Grammy-winning artist and outspoken advocate for body positivity has always done things her way, unapologetically Image: Instagram As Lizzo herself said, "It's about helping yourself with something you're struggling with.' And that's nothing to feel guilty about. Her experience reminds us to be honest with ourselves, whether it's about diet, exercise routine or what's not working, honesty is the first step toward meaningful change. Try what works for you: From medication to lifestyle shifts, your journey doesn't need to look like anyone else's. Ditch the shame and let go of the fear of judgement.
Pink Villa
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Lizzo Reveals Truth About Using Ozempic on Weight Loss Journey After Initially Denying it: 'Don't Like to Tell...'
Pop star Lizzo confirmed that she tried Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs, months after denying speculation about her use of the medications. In a new episode of Trisha Paytas' Just Trish podcast released Thursday, June 19, the About Damn Time singer admitted she 'tried everything' to lose weight, including weight loss injections. 'It's not easy,' said Lizzo, whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson. 'Ozempic works because you eat less food. That's it. It makes you feel full, so if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same s--t.' The singer shared that while experimenting with trendy weight loss medications like Ozempic, she ultimately decided to focus on managing her calorie intake. 'It's just the science for me, calories in versus calories out,' she said. During the conversation, she also opened up about changing her diet. The four-time Grammy Award winner revealed that she stopped being vegan after nearly a decade and switched to eating meat and whole foods like beef, chicken, and fish. 'When I was vegan, I was consuming a lot of fake meats, I was eating a lot of bread, I was eating a lot of rice, and I had to eat a lot of it to stay full,' she shared. 'But really, I was consuming like 3,000 to 5,000 calories a day.' Her shift began during a trip to Japan, where she felt a noticeable difference in how her body responded to animal-based foods. Lizzo said that she heard the Japanese diet was the healthiest in the world. Lizzo said, 'My body was so happy. My body was like, 'More, more please.' And I was like, 'OK, this is what my body likes.'' Here's why Lizzo hesitated to share her weight loss methods Lizzo stated that she avoids sharing too many details about her personal weight loss methods because she doesn't want others to follow her approach, given that it might not work for them as every body is different. While she didn't mention which GLP-1 brand she used or when she tried it, medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have become increasingly popular for weight loss. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, these drugs are now widely used to help people lose weight. The revelation came just months after Lizzo responded to Ozempic rumors on Instagram. In a September 2024 post, she mentioned receiving Ozempic allegations after spending five months focused on weight training and maintaining a calorie deficit. Then, in an April TikTok livestream, she shared that she had lost 16% of her body fat simply by cutting out two to three Starbucks drinks a day and sticking to a calorie deficit.
Express Tribune
7 hours ago
- Health
- Express Tribune
Lizzo credits ditching Ozempic and veganism for sustainable options amid 'weight release' transformation
Lizzo has confirmed that she briefly used Ozempic during the early stages of her weight loss journey in 2023. Speaking on Trisha Paytas' Just Trish podcast, the Grammy-winning singer revealed she tried the medication before deciding it wasn't a sustainable option. 'I tried everything. Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full,' she explained. Lizzo clarified that while the drug may assist with appetite suppression, she eventually shifted her focus to whole foods and nutrition. Lizzo credited her dietary change—specifically moving away from processed vegan foods—as the key to her transformation. 'When I was vegan, I was consuming a lot of fake meats… 3,000-5,000 calories a day,' she said. Switching to whole foods, including meat and fish, helped her feel full without overconsuming. The artist stressed that using medication isn't 'cheating' and expressed understanding for others who choose Ozempic as a health aid. 'It's a drug to help somebody with something they're struggling with,' she said, adding that criticism around it often stems from fatphobia. Earlier this year, Lizzo stated she reached her weight goal and has since focused on redefining the conversation around body image, choosing the term 'weight release' instead of weight loss. She also emphasised the mental toll of public scrutiny and the need to support healthier self-image.
New York Post
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Lizzo admits she tried Ozempic — months after shutting down weight loss drug rumors
All the rumors are true. Pop star Lizzo admitted that she tried Ozempic and other trendy weight loss drugs after denying accusations that she used medications to shed weight. 'It's not easy,' Lizzo confessed during a conversation about Ozempic on Thursday's episode of Trisha Paytas' 'Just Trish' podcast. 5 Lizzo admitted to using Ozempic on the 'Just Trish' podcast. Just Trish Podcast / YouTube The singer, whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson, said she 'tried everything' to lose weight and ended up focusing on counting calories instead of taking a weekly jab. 'It's just the science for me, calories in versus calories out,' Lizzo added. 'Ozempic works because you eat less food. That's it. It makes you feel full, so if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same s–t.' Paytas questioned how the 37-year-old managed to control her food intake without a shot. The '2 Be Loved' singer credited changing her workout routine and shared that she was no longer vegan or eating plant-based, which she has done for 'like 10 years.' 'When I was vegan, I was consuming a lot of fake meats, I was eating a lot of bread, I was eating a lot of rice, and I had to eat a lot of it to stay full, but really I was consuming like 3,000 – 5,000 calories a day,' the artist shared. 5 The pop singer shared that she is no longer vegan. Just Trish Podcast / YouTube 5 Lizzo announced that she lost 16% of her body fat in April. The 'About Damn Time' songstress claimed she now eats whole foods such as beef, chicken and fish to feel full instead of 'putting a lot of fake things in there that wasn't actually filling me up.' Lizzo added meat back into her diet during a trip to Japan. 'I heard the Japanese diet was the healthiest diet in the world,' she said. 'My body was so happy. My body was like, 'more, more please.' And I was like, 'ok, this is what my body likes.' 5 The four-time Grammy winner attended the 2025 BET Awards on June 9. Getty Images for BET 'I don't like to tell people too much about releasing weight like what I did because I don't want people to do what I did and it doesn't work for them. Everybody's body is different.' Lizzo, who heavily promoted body positivity throughout her career, didn't specify which GLP-1 brand she allegedly took or when she tried it. Common GLP-1 drugs people use to drop weight include Wegovy, Mounjaro and Ozempic, which was initially developed to improve blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. 5 Lizzo performing at the Kia Forum in California on November 18, 2022. Getty Images The four-time Grammy Award winner's GLP-1 confession on the podcast happened months after she denied accusations that she took Ozempic. 'When you finally get Ozempic allegations after 5 months of weight training and calorie deficit,' the singer wrote in an Instagram post in September 2024. Lizzo has been very public about her body transformation, diet and exercise routing on social media in the past, but she would often deny claims that she used a GLP-1 to assist with her weight loss journey. In April, the singer claimed she lost 16% of her body fat in a TikTok livestream by just cutting out 'two to three' Starbucks drinks daily and focusing on a calorie deficit.
