Remi Bader, a Victoria's Secret model, reported severe weight gain and adverse side effects associated with the diabetes medication Ozempic, which she used to manage her weight and health issues.
Remi Bader, known as the first curvy angel of Victoria's Secret, has opened up about her struggles with weight and health during her rise to fame. At her peak, she weighed 84 kilograms and was dealing with insulin resistance, as well as an eating disorder characterized by binge eating. Two years prior, her doctor prescribed her Ozempic, a medication typically used to treat diabetes. Although she had mixed feelings about taking the drug, she complied with her doctor's advice, hoping to manage her weight.
As Bader shared on the podcast 'Not Skinny But Not Fat', Ozempic helped suppress her appetite, leading to initial weight loss. However, this weight loss came with significant side effects, including persistent vomiting, which she later confirmed as an adverse reaction to the drug. The side effects were alarming enough that they raised concerns among users and potential patients of Ozempic, as the medication's pamphlet warns of multiple adverse effects that can vary from individual to individual.
The discussion around Bader's experience highlights the complex decision-making involved in using medications for weight management and raises important public health questions about the use of drugs like Ozempic outside of their intended purpose. It emphasizes the importance of thorough discussions between patients and healthcare professionals about the benefits and risks of weight-loss drugs, particularly amidst growing awareness of their controversial use in the beauty and fashion industries.
