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A brilliant synthesis of so much important information. Really important, and very necessary -- Stephen Fry
A brilliant book by a master story-teller. It's compassionate, wise, and mind-expanding. Whether you are excited about these drugs or sceptical of them, you will learn so much in Magic Pill - it is a must-read -- Philippa Perry
I read this book in four days, and the whole time I have been quoting chunks of it to anyone that will listen. It is a game changer - for all of us. It is balanced and shocking, vitally important and crucially non-judgemental -- Davina McCall
In Magic Pill, Johann Hari gives us a crash course on the new weight-loss drugs that will soon be transforming bodies, minds and societies on a massive scale. I had no idea of the power of these drugs, or of the complex web of risks and benefits, until Hari laid it all out with his wonderful technique of saying, "Come on a journey with me as I take these drugs myself while talking with scientists and colourful characters all over the world!" Magic Pill will help you think more clearly about eating, dieting, health and mental health, even if you never touch Ozempic -- Jonathan Haidt, author of THE ANXIOUS GENERATION
In Magic Pill, Johann Hari marshals his trademark talents at meticulous research, incisive prose, telling anecdote and keen insight to dissect yet another of our dysfunctional culture's troubling features: the obesity epidemic of the past few decades and its treatments. Entertaining without trivializing and deeply informative without being prescriptive, this book leaves us with much to ponder, both on the individual and social levels -- Gabor Maté
Magic Pill is a fascinating exploration of weight-loss pharmaceuticals that will redefine our approach to obesity . . . This book is not just a personal story, but an examination of how these drugs interact with social norms and personal health, promising liberation - and new psychological dilemmas. As we stand on the brink of a medical revolution, Magic Pill is a vital guide through the complex scientific, emotional, and cultural landscape of this new frontier -- Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of THE POWER OF HABIT
Compelling, thoughtful and fascinating, a revealing and inspiring meditation on weight loss, addiction, and the new drugs that may change the way we think about and treat obesity -- Maia Szalavitz
With the intense interest in the new miracle weight-loss drugs, we need a balanced look at their promise and peril. Entertaining and highly-readable, Johann Hari's Magic Pill delivers the information people need to help make a medical decision that might change their future -- Arthur C. Brookes, bestselling author of FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
Hari is excellent on the booming ultra-processed food industry and the science of addiction that drives it . . . Magic Pill is a wonderfully accessible exploration of one of the most complex problems of our age -- Paul Nuki ― Telegraph
[Hari's] own story helps him explore the complexities and wider politics of Ozempic in a nuanced, non-judgemental way. He understands, instinctively, that food culture and body weight are inherently emotional issues, and that we cannot understand rising rates of obesity, or the rise of Ozempic, with reference to health and science alone ― New Statesman
I couldn't put Magic Pill down. Hari bares his soul about his personal battles with weight ... Unlike much of the commentary on this topic, which focuses on short-term problems, such as the drugs' high cost, Hari gets that, in time, they could have as big an impact as the arrival of antidepressants, speculating how they may reshape global health. I found it a fascinating read ― New Scientist
[Hari's] descriptions of his own battles with his weight and yo-yo dieting are both funny and insightful ― Daily Mail
A fast-paced and fascinating dive into an extremely sensitive topic, written by a charismatic and compulsively readable author -- Dan Harris
Hari unleashes his characteristic blend of personal stories, expert interviews, and masterful storytelling to outline the rise of the latest weight loss pharmaceutical ... An easy-to-read and engaging overview of the current weight-loss drug landscape -- Dr Richard Armitage ― British Journal of General Practice
A deep-dive into Ozempic couldn't be more timely - and necessary -- Andy Cohen
Magic Pill may be the most revolutionary, honest and important book you read about weight loss, the body and food. As is always the case with a Johann Hari book, what appears to be a story about the drug, Ozempic, turns out to be a portal into the deepest investigation and revelation on how to live a healthy life -- V (formerly Eve Ensler)
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The bestselling author of Lost Connections and Stolen Focus takes a revelatory look at the new drugs transforming weight loss as we know it
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The bestselling author of Lost Connections and Stolen Focus takes a revelatory look at the new drugs transforming weight loss as we know it – sharing his personal experience on Ozempic and examining our ability to heal society's dysfunctional relationship with food, weight and our bodies.
In January 2023, Johann Hari started to inject himself once a week with Ozempic, one of the new drugs that produces significant weight loss. He wasn't alone – some predictions suggest that in a few years, one in four of the British population will be taking these drugs. While around 80 per cent of diets fail, someone taking one of the new drugs is likely to lose up to a quarter of their body weight in six months. To the drugs' defenders, this is a moment of liberation from a condition that massively increases your chances of diabetes, cancer and an early death.
Still, Hari was wildly conflicted. Can these drugs really be as good as they sound? Are they a magic solution – or a magical illusion? Finding the answer to this high-stakes question led him on a journey from Iceland to Minneapolis to Tokyo, and to interview the leading experts in the world on these issues. He found that along with the drugs' massive benefits come twelve significant potential risks. He also learned that these drugs radically challenge what we think we know about shame, willpower and healing.
These drugs are about to change our world, for better and for worse. Everybody needs to understand how they work – scientifically, emotionally and culturally. Magic Pill is an essential guide to the revolution that has already begun – and which one leading expert argues could be as transformative as the invention of the smartphone.
Über den Autor und weitere Mitwirkende
Johann Hari is a writer and journalist. He has written for the New York Times, Le Monde, the Guardian and other newspapers. His TED talks have been viewed over 70 million times, and his work has been praised by a broad range of people, from Oprah to Noam Chomsky to Joe Rogan. He lives in London.
www.johannhari.com
@johannhari101
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