Let's talk Ozempic generics, compounds, fakes, and scams

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In this episode, we talk about:
1. Why Jon has gone BACK onto Ozempic after a month of being off it.
2. How Charlene is finally breaking through her plateau.
3. The possible advantages of taking a break from Ozempic to stabilise, and then plunging onward.
4. Compounds, generics, fakes, scams and the black market. A complex topic, debated by two non-doctor podcasters who aren't your parents. YOU DECIDE.
5. We go kicked out of our Instagram account! We're hoping to get it back soon. Maybe it's because we're so controversial! Finally! Legitimacy as maverick podcasters!

9 Jun English South Africa Health & Fitness · Personal Journals

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