1025. The Dangers of Ozempic: Avery’s Story & How She Fought For Her Life

TRIGGER WARNING: Today’s discussion touches on body image, eating disorders, and struggles with addiction. Please take care while listening. Hey, Heal Squad. This might be one of the most raw and emotional conversations we’ve ever had on addiction. Today, Maria sits down with singer-songwriter Avery, whose viral video exposed the hidden dangers of Ozempic. Avery opens up about her heartbreaking journey in the entertainment industry, from being a young artist full of dreams to facing relentless pressure to change her body—including being told by a powerful record producer that she needed surgery to succeed, only to be abandoned afterward. That moment sent her spiraling down the dark path of depression, an eating disorder, and an addiction to Ozempic, resulting in a life-threatening battle with osteoporosis. Avery’s story is one of fame, struggle, and ultimately, a fight to reclaim her life. We hope that by sharing her journey, we can help you on your own path to self-acceptance and recovery. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS: Misrepresentation of Ozempic: The Ozempic experience & long term health consequences are not highly publicized as they should be and can include severe health issues, like osteoporosis, organ failure,and mental health struggles. The Importance of Seeking Help & Support: Avery was inspired by Katy Perry and sought treatment at the Hoffman Process, a therapy retreat, where she gained the support she needed. The Shocking Discovery: Avery advocated for her own health, and consulted a doctor specializing in osteoporosis, leading to a diagnosis that solidified the physical damage caused by years of disordered eating and drug use. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/ code: HEALSQUAD AirDoctor: https://airdoctorpro.com/ code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ EPISODE LINKS: Avery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/averyofficial/?hl=en Avery Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/averyofficial Listen To Avery’s Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/avery/1441824778 National Alliance For Eating Disorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/ NEDA: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 or text Crisis Text Line: “HOME” to 741-741. ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.