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Idk some see it as using it in excess due to body image issues in Hollywood but a lot it seems like its always a thinly veiled shot at the body positive movement whenever I see this mentioned. The South park episode I'm sure helped fuel this. Hell of a lot of moralizing over ozempic in general and people not losing weight the "right way". thats-why-im-confused

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[–] gingerbrat@hexbear.net 7 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I know it is. I'm angry about the insulin shortage because of ramped up ozempic production, and while that has nothing to do with people needing help with weight loss drugs, I feel resentful seeing people take it while diabetics who need insulin to survive have to ration their medication.

[–] NephewAlphaBravo@hexbear.net 4 points 3 days ago (1 children)

i had no idea it was made from the same precursor stuff as insulin, jfc that's some unfortunate chemistry

capitalism is the fucking best at inventing scarcity where there should be none, competition and resentment where there could easily be comraderie, none of this needs to be happening meow-hug

[–] gingerbrat@hexbear.net 4 points 3 days ago

capitalism is the fucking best at inventing scarcity where there should be none, competition and resentment where there could easily be comraderie, none of this needs to be happening

I couldn't agree more comrade. That's why I'm so angry at myself too. I know better, but I still fall for the same tricks like everybody else. cuddle