Lizzo confirms Ozempic use, credits diet shift for weight loss

Lizzo has openly discussed her recent weight loss journey, confirming that she briefly used the weight loss medication Ozempic but ultimately attributed her transformation to major dietary changes rather than the drug alone. On the “Just Trish” podcast, she explained that Ozempic works by suppressing appetite, making people feel full and eat less, but she believes achieving this through willpower and diet is equally effective. Lizzo emphasized that quitting her vegan diet, which included many processed fake meats and high-calorie foods, and switching to whole foods such as beef, chicken, and fish was pivotal in reducing her calorie intake and feeling satiated. While she supports the use of medications like Ozempic for those who need them, she criticized the stigma and fatphobia surrounding weight loss drugs. Additionally, Lizzo highlighted that her approach included focusing on mental health and exercise for balance rather than solely physical transformation. Her story contrasts with others, such as Hannah Mai, who lost significant weight through exercise and diet without using medications like Ozempic.