Rosemary Shrager: Ozempic Helped My 4st Weight Loss

British chef Rosemary Shrager, 75, has shared that she utilized the weight loss drug Ozempic for a six-month period to assist with her significant weight loss journey. Shrager, who has previously struggled with her weight, weighing 20 stone at her heaviest, stated that "diets always fail." She revealed her use of Ozempic in a recent interview, emphasizing that while the drug provided necessary help, it was only a temporary measure and not a long-term solution.

Following her experience with Ozempic, Shrager has moved away from strict calorie counting, which she found to be an ineffective approach for her. She now advocates for a shift in mindset towards overall healthy living and habit formation, rather than focusing on restrictive "diets." This new perspective helps her maintain her weight and prioritize feeling good and healthy, rather than solely pursuing weight reduction.

In collaboration with digital health provider Numan, Shrager has supported the launch of a digital cookbook. This resource aims to help individuals manage food cravings by offering recipes that are flavorful and satisfying, focusing on nutrient-dense foods that promote satiety. The cookbook, developed with behavioural science experts, provides recipes designed to work with the brain's natural responses to cravings, offering nourishment and pleasure without demanding strict deprivation.