Black Market and Burnout

When legitimate Ozempic costs over $1,000 monthly, desperate dieters turn to dangerous alternatives. This episode investigates the explosive black market for GLP-1 drugs—from sketchy medical spas mixing compounds in back rooms to counterfeit pens sold online. Julia Cartwright explores the psychological dependency that develops when people can't afford to stay on these medications, the devastating rebound effects when appetite returns with vengeance, and the financial ruin that drives people toward increasingly risky sources for their next dose. Click here to browse handpicked Amazon finds inspired by this podcast series! https://amzn.to/4iKfAMs https://www.quietplease.ai This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.