SortErena Williams He spoke openly of his body, of his path to lose weight and sided in favor of a treatment often at the center of controversy: «I’m taking the GLP-1, I say it publicly and I don’t ashame them». It is Zepbounda drug originally prescribed for diabetes and today also used for weight management. The legend of tennis shared a reel in which he enthusiastically tells his path. “I decided to talk about it openly because I want to be transparent with my daughters and with those who follow me»Explains Serena. “My life has always been made of sports, training and competitions, but after the birth of my two daughters I could no longer return to the desired weight, despite the gym and the healthy diet».
What is the GLP-1 and how it works
Drugs GLP-1like the traffic lights, are molecules that help control blood sugar and reduce appetitestimulating the sense of satiety. Are administered by injection and today are also used for the weight controlespecially by those who cannot achieve the desired results only with diet and sports. Serena had access to the drug via Roa telemedicine platform, and collaborates with the company to share its experience. Williams’ husband, Alexis Ohanianis the investor of the company and member of the Council. The GLP-1 can have side effectssuch as nausea, vomiting or digestive disorders. It is not indicated as a substitute for diet and sports, but as a support in selected cases.
Not only pills: the commitment remains fundamental
The champion stresses that the GLP-1 It is not a magic shortcut. “I am continuing to train, to follow a healthy diet and commit myself every day. No drug can create abdominals carved without sweat!»He jokes Serena. His diet is varied and balanced: «They are a carr girl», Confesses to Vogue. “I eat many proteins from legumes, such as black beans and Pinto, and I’m flexible between vegan and vegetarian».
Against prejudices on the GLP-1: an open debate
In recent years Ozempic and similar drugs have rated medical borders becoming a real cultural phenomenon. The arrival of treatments that facilitate weight loss has questioned Body Positivitycomplicating the mission of those who claim that the value of a woman should not depend on the number on the scale. Many stars, also palatine of the over sizes, they have chosen to use these drugs, driven by the desire to feel good in their body or to return to aesthetic canons still very present in society. But, as often happens, any female physical change is judged: if you fat down the criticisms come, if you lose weight you are anorexic and if you do it with the drugs you are accused of “cheating”.
A message of transparency and well -being
For Serena Williams talk about the GLP-1 also means dispel prejudices: «Many think that those who use these drugs are lazy or not work enough. It is not true. Sometimes it serves help, and there is nothing to be ashamed of». The tennis player says he feels “lighter mentally, more confident and more fit», Without giving up the reality of training and daily life. His goal is inspire other women and mothers to make aware choices for their well -being, without judgments. Serena Williams thus shows that “Sports legends also need tools to take care of themselves», And that talking about it can help create a healthy and taboo dialogue.
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