Weight-loss drugs do nothing to address the troubled relationships we have with our bodies | Susie Orbach

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Weight-loss Medications Fail to Address Root Issues with Body Image.

In an effort to combat obesity and alleviate pressure on individuals' bodies, pharmaceutical companies have introduced new GLP-1 weight loss medications. While these pills may bring temporary relief, they are fundamentally misguided in their approach.

Instead of addressing the complex relationships we have with our bodies, these medications promise to "manage appetite" and reduce food cravings. However, this simplistic solution overlooks the fact that many people struggle with disordered eating due to societal pressures and unrealistic beauty standards perpetuated by industries such as fashion and cosmetics.

These weight-loss medications may lead to rapid weight loss, resulting in a coveted "GLP-1 face." Nevertheless, clinicians are willing to overlook potential muscle loss and other negative side effects. Furthermore, individuals who cannot use these medications often face stigma due to their weight.

It is essential to note that GLP-1 drugs have limited long-term benefits, with most users regaining their lost weight within two years of stopping the medication. This temporary solution fails to address the deeper issues at play, such as anxiety around food and bodies fueled by industries that profit from these concerns.

The food industry, in particular, is capitalizing on this trend by reformulating ultra-processed foods designed to cater to individuals with reduced appetites. The label "GLP-1 friendly" is a thinly veiled attempt to maintain market share, rather than genuinely addressing the underlying issues.

To create lasting change, we must adopt a more comprehensive approach that addresses troubled bodies and appetites from an early age. By fostering a culture of self-love, pleasure, and wholesome eating, we can work towards a future where individuals are not held hostage by anxiety around food and their bodies.

As psychotherapist Susie Orbach so aptly puts it, wouldn't it be wonderful to experience food as "pleasurable, wholesome, and unconflicted"? This is the goal worth striving for.
 
Weight loss meds r a total cop-out 🤷‍♀️! They only fix the symptoms not the root issue 🌱! We need 2 tackle those deep-seated body image issues 💔 & societal pressures 👗💄 first! These meds might help u lose weight but they dont address disordered eating or anxiety around food 🍴🤯. Pharm cos r just tryin 2 cash in on this trend 💸& the food ind is exploitin ppl who cant even eat w/o stress 😩. We need 2 rethink our approach & focus on self-love, pleasure & wholesome eating 🥗💕!
 
I think it's really concerning that these weight loss medications are being touted as a solution when they're not addressing the root issues at all. I mean, sure, they might help people lose some weight in the short term, but what about the muscle loss and other negative side effects? And let's be real, who can truly say that's a healthy or sustainable way to live?

I also think it's super problematic that these medications are being pushed as a solution without considering the impact on people with eating disorders. I mean, if someone is struggling with disordered eating, they don't need another medication to feel bad about themselves. We need to be supporting people in developing healthier relationships with food and their bodies, not just patching up the symptoms.

And can we talk about how ridiculous it is that the food industry is jumping on this bandwagon? "GLP-1 friendly" label? Please. That's just a marketing gimmick designed to make us feel like we're doing something right when really we're just perpetuating the same tired beauty standards and societal pressures.

We need to do better than that. We need to start valuing people for who they are, not for how much weight they weigh or how their bodies look on camera. Let's focus on creating a culture of self-love, pleasure, and wholesome eating – that's the real solution here 🍴
 
🤯 I mean, have you seen those supermodel diets where they're like literally eating nothing but kale and quinoa? It's like, hello! Our bodies aren't just vessels for our souls, we're also living, breathing creatures with needs and desires. These weight loss meds are just a Band-Aid on a much deeper issue. We need to be talking about body positivity and self-love, not just slapping some pills together to hide the problem. The food industry is already doing its part by reformulating all these "healthy" options that are basically just rebranded junk food. It's time for us to wake up and start valuing our health and happiness over weight loss and aesthetics. 💖
 
😩💔 I'm like totally frustrated with these weight loss meds! Like, they promise to help you lose weight but they don't even address the real issue which is our messed up relationship with food and bodies 🤯. They're just trying to fix the symptoms instead of getting at the root cause 💊. And let's be real, most people who take them end up regaining their weight anyway 🤷‍♀️. It's like, why not try to address the anxiety around food and body image from a young age? 📚💖 That would actually lead to lasting change 🔄. I mean, can't we just love ourselves and eat wholesome food without feeling guilty or anxious? 😊 Wouldn't that be amazing? 💫
 
You guys gotta wake up 🤯! These GLP-1 meds might bring some quick weight loss results, but they're just treating symptoms not the root issue. It's all about the societal pressures and unrealistic beauty standards that make us feel like our bodies are the problem in the first place 🤷‍♀️. We need to address those deeper issues, not just mask them with meds 💊. And let's be real, most people who take these meds are gonna end up regaining their weight anyway... it's just a temporary fix 🙄. We need a more comprehensive approach that promotes self-love and wholesome eating, not just a quick fix to look good for the 'gram 👀.
 
Ugh, I'm so sick of these weight-loss meds 🤯 they're just treating the symptoms instead of addressing the root issue - our messed up relationship with food and bodies! It's like, we need to rethink how we're approaching this, you know? These medications are literally just band-aiding a deeper problem. And don't even get me started on the stigma around weight loss meds... it's like, people who can't use them are already feeling ashamed about their bodies. 😩 And have you seen those "GLP-1 friendly" foods? Just a marketing ploy to keep us hooked on processed crap 🤢 We need to be talking about real solutions that promote self-love and wholesome eating habits, not just quick fixes that might make us look good for a hot second but ultimately lead to more problems down the line.
 
I'm really frustrated with these new weight loss meds 🤯 they're not tackling the root cause of the problem at all. I've got a friend who's been on them for a year now and she's lost loads of weight, but she still looks unhappy all the time. I think it's because they're just numbing her appetite instead of dealing with the deeper issues like societal pressure and unrealistic beauty standards.

I remember when I was in my early 20s, I got really into fitness and started following every trend that came along. I was so focused on losing weight and looking a certain way that I neglected to eat and ended up with an eating disorder. It's crazy how these meds are just perpetuating the same toxic cycle.

We need to start talking about this stuff in schools, like, from a young age. How we feel about our bodies and food is so deeply ingrained, but if we can teach kids self-love and healthy relationships with food, maybe they'll grow up without all these issues. It's not rocket science 🤓
 
😔 I totally get why people might think GLP-1 meds are a good solution, especially when you see those before-and-after pics of people who've lost weight on them... but it's so frustrating that they don't address the deeper issues. Like, I know I'd feel way better if I wasn't always stressing about what to eat and how my body looks. 🤯 And yeah, it's crazy that the food industry is just cashing in on this trend with "GLP-1 friendly" foods... like, can't we be aiming for real change instead of just managing symptoms? 🍴💪
 
🤦‍♀️ GLP-1 meds are just a Band-Aid solution for a complex problem. We need to tackle the societal pressure around beauty standards and body image ASAP! 🚨 Fashion brands should stop Photoshopping models & promote diversity, not perpetuating unrealistic expectations. And let's be real, who doesn't love food? It's time to focus on nourishing our bodies & minds, not just numbing hunger with meds 💊
 
The weight loss medication situation is seriously messed up 🤯, and I'm not buying into the hype that these GLP-1 meds are going to solve everything. It's all about the short-term gains, like a "GLP-1 face" 💄, but what about the underlying issues? Like, have you seen those ads for ultra-processed foods labeled as "GLP-1 friendly"? 🤢 That's just marketing nonsense. We need to talk about why we're always so obsessed with losing weight and how that reflects our societal values. I mean, can't we promote self-love and healthy eating instead? It's time to shift the conversation from pills to progress 💪.
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this whole weight loss meds thing 🤔. It just seems like they're treating symptoms instead of addressing the root issues. I mean, what's with all these meds that promise to "manage appetite" and reduce food cravings? That sounds like a Band-Aid solution at best. And have you seen those "GLP-1 friendly" labels on packaged foods? 🍔👀 It's like they're just trying to make us feel guilty about eating, instead of actually helping us develop healthier habits. We need some real solutions here, not just temporary fixes that are gonna wear off in a year or two anyway 💸
 
🤔 I'm so done with these meds being pushed on us like a quick fix solution 🚫. It's all about managing our appetite but what about the real issues? Our society is still obsessed with these unrealistic beauty standards and it's not just about weight loss, it's about feeling good in our own skin 💁‍♀️. I've seen people who take these meds and they're like a new person... for a while 🕰️ but then the negative side effects kick in and they're right back to square one 😩. We need to address the root of the problem, not just mask it with a pill 💊.
 
glp-1 meds r just a band aid solution 🤕 these companies should be focusin on the root issues not just makin ppl look good 4 a lil while & also think about the stigma ppl face when they cant use dem 😔 what about addressin the real problems like societal pressur & unrealistic beauty stds?
 
I'm really disappointed in this whole weight loss pill trend 🤕. It's like we're just treating symptoms without looking at the root causes of body image issues. Newsflash: weight doesn't define our self-worth! We need to address the unrealistic beauty standards and societal pressures that are driving people to take these pills in the first place 💁‍♀️.

And let's not forget about the stigma attached to being overweight - it's a major issue that needs to be tackled, but instead we're just medicating people into "normal" size 🤔. And what happens when they stop taking the pills? Guess what? They gain back all their weight! Not exactly the most inspiring solution 📉.

We need to start shifting our focus towards promoting healthy relationships with food and bodies from a young age 🍴. We need to be teaching people that food is supposed to be pleasurable, not anxiety-inducing! 💖 It's time for us to take control of our own narratives and redefine what beauty means to us 👏.
 
I'm so over these new weight-loss meds 🙄 they're just a quick fix that's gonna leave you feeling like crap in the long run. Like, what about all the societal pressure we're under to be thin? Can't they see that's not a real issue? 🤷‍♀️ we need to talk about how food and bodies are tied to industry profits, not just some simple "manage appetite" thing 💸. And don't even get me started on the stigma people face when they can't use these meds 🚫 it's like they're saying "oh well, you're too fat for our pills". No, let's focus on making food and bodies a positive experience 🍴🌱. We need to start teaching kids that all bodies are beautiful and that food is meant to be enjoyed, not just a means of control 💖.
 
I think its super worrying that these weight loss meds are all about fixing our relationship with food & bodies instead of actually addressing those deeper issues . Its like putting a Band-Aid on a bullet wound 🤕. We need to be talking about how societal beauty standards & the food industry affect us, not just popping pills to "manage appetite" 💊. And let's be real, once these meds wear off (like they're supposed to after 2 yrs 📆), people are still left dealing with that anxiety around food & their bodies... and then they get stigmatized because of it 👎. We need a more holistic approach that promotes self-love, wholesome eating & pleasure around food 🍴, not just some quick fix that's gonna lead to more problems down the line 💔
 
🤯 I mean think about it... if we just focus on managing appetite all day erry day, aren't we still gonna end up on some diet or another? It's like putting a band-aid on a broken leg 🤕. We need to tackle the root issue - societal beauty standards that are literally killing us 💀. Fashion and cosmetics companies make millions off our insecurities, and then pharmaceuticals step in to 'help' by masking symptoms 🤑. No wonder we're still stuck in this cycle of guilt and shame around food. What's next? Medication for liking ourselves? 😂
 
💔 I feel like we're just treating the symptoms instead of getting at the root cause. These meds might help people lose weight in the short term, but they don't address all the emotional issues that lead to overeating or unhealthy eating habits. It's like trying to put a Band-Aid on a broken arm 🤕. We need to talk about body positivity and self-love from a young age so people can develop healthy relationships with food and their bodies. It's not just about losing weight, it's about living a happy and healthy life 🌱💖
 
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