Perez Hilton’s Surprising Weight Loss Revelation: Is Ozempic the Secret Sauce?
Let’s dive into the delightful irony of Perez Hilton, once the self-proclaimed arbiter of celebrity standards, now championing the very weight loss drugs he would’ve condemned in his heyday. Hilton, or as his mother knows him, Mario Lavandeira, has shed a whopping 60 pounds and is now an enthusiastic proponent of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, which are making waves in the weight loss world. It’s a classic case of “what’s old is new again,” only this time, with a side of science.
Once upon a time, in the whimsical year of 2008, Hilton would have labeled anyone using a weight loss drug a cheat. Fast forward to today, and he’s waving the GLP-1 flag like it’s the latest fashion trend. “It’s not cheating. It’s medicine. It’s science,” he states, as if he’s just discovered the secret to time travel. And let’s be honest; with obesity rates soaring—40% of adults over 20 are classified as obese—these medications are garnering attention for good reason.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that this surge in obesity is now meeting its match with a slight dip in numbers, possibly thanks to the newfound popularity of GLP-1 drugs. A recent KFF survey reveals that roughly one in eight American adults have taken the plunge into the world of these medications, which can lead to weight reductions of 10% to 15%. Not too shabby, right?
Despite his successful transformation from 255 pounds to 189, Hilton candidly admits to being a food addict, grappling with “food noise”—the incessant mental chatter that tempts him even when he’s not hungry. This struggle isn’t just his; a staggering 57% of individuals dealing with weight challenges also face similar distractions. The holiday season, in particular, turns into a buffet of temptations that Hilton finds increasingly difficult to navigate as he ages.
Intrigued by a partnership with telehealth company FuturHealth, Hilton was eager to explore weight-loss options but faced a roadblock when he didn’t qualify for the medication himself. Undeterred, he remains a beacon of hope for others looking to transform their lives through a combination of medication and lifestyle changes. As he quips, “Just one shot a week can make such an improvement in your life.”
In a world where the lines between cheating and legitimate help are blurred, Hilton’s journey serves as a reminder that sometimes, embracing change is the healthiest choice of all. Class dismissed.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, KFF
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