In a festive spirit, Elon Musk, the 53-year-old CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, shared a humorous image of himself dressed as Santa Claus, captioned “Ozempic Santa.” Alongside the photo, Musk revealed that he uses Mounjaro, a GLP-1 inhibitor, instead of Ozempic, citing its fewer side effects and greater effectiveness.
What Are Mounjaro and Ozempic?
Mounjaro and Ozempic, both GLP-1 inhibitors, were originally developed to help individuals with diabetes regulate their blood glucose and insulin levels. These medications work by slowing stomach emptying, making users feel fuller for longer, and reducing the drive to eat.
While primarily designed for diabetes management, they have become popular in the US for their weight-loss benefits. However, users may experience side effects, including nausea, bloating, and changes in bowel habits.
Debates around GLP-1 inhibitors
Musk has been an advocate for the widespread use of GLP-1 inhibitors to combat obesity. His stance has sparked debates, such as with Health and Human Services Secretary-designate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who believes promoting healthier eating habits is a more cost-effective solution.
Reactions from followers
Musk’s posts generated mixed reactions. One user commented, “Mounjaro is superior to Ozempic. Can personally confirm.” Another added, “You have enough money to have lower-fat meals cooked for you, resulting in weight loss. It’s that simple.”
Netizens were shocked to learn that a personality like Elon Musk is also on Ozempic. Others asked him to describe more about its effect on his weight loss. WHile a few others mentioned how Mounjaro and Ozempic are harmful to the body.
In another post, Musk shared a nostalgic childhood photo of himself in a Santa suit, holding a white bag and standing on a tree-lined road. Comparing the two images, he captioned the post, “How it started vs how it’s going.”
In India, the recent controversy around Ozempic sparked when Karan Johar allegedly got mad at ‘Fabulous lives vs Bollywood wives’ actress Maheep Kapoor for making fun of him for using Ozempic for weight loss when in reality it used and originally created for diabetic patients.
Elon Musk’s festive “Ozempic Santa” posts brought humor to his followers while sparking conversations about health, medications, and lifestyle choices.
