Jeremy Clarkson’s Astonishing Weight Loss Journey: Surprising Side Effects Revealed
Jeremy Clarkson’s Weight Loss Journey
Jeremy Clarkson, the beloved television personality, has recently shared the intricacies of his weight loss journey with the popular drug Mounjaro. At 65, Clarkson has achieved remarkable results, shedding a significant amount of weight. However, his journey has also brought to light some lesser-known side effects that have accompanied his transformation.
The Impact of Mounjaro
In a candid interview with The Sun, Clarkson delved into how Mounjaro has influenced him beyond just weight loss. While he has successfully lost weight, he has also experienced some unexpected changes. These include a slight decrease in his quick-wittedness, increased grumpiness, and a diminished libido. Clarkson humorously noted that he hasn’t faced common side effects like constipation.
Clarkson’s Personal Experience
Clarkson revealed, “I find myself doing Hot Seat [Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?], thinking: ‘Oh [expletive], I should have said that, but too late now’. But who’s to say I wouldn’t have thought that when I wasn’t on [Mounjaro]?” He also joked about his libido, saying, “I’m 65, it’s hard to know what’s causing that. I’ll ask [my wife] Lisa when I get back home.”
Weight Loss Progress
The star of Clarkson’s Farm explained that his weight loss has been a gradual process over six months, although it has slowed down recently. He shared, “I’m nearer to [David] Gandy now than I was a year ago, in the same way that tectonic activity means that South America is moving closer to Australia – not by much. But I can go much further, I can take the dogs out for longer now, so it keeps her happy. I’m much healthier.”
Unexpected Side Effects
One of the more surprising side effects Clarkson mentioned was the shrinkage of his feet. He humorously noted, “The shoes I was wearing last year are falling off me as I’m walking around. I think I might be the first person in the world to lose weight on my feet.”
Understanding Mounjaro
Mounjaro, known generically as tirzepatide, is a medication that mimics two naturally occurring hormones in the body. It has gained attention for its effectiveness in appetite suppression and weight reduction. However, like any medication, it comes with potential side effects.
Expert Insights
According to Dr. Angela Kwong, a GP specializing in obesity management, Mounjaro is approved for treating type 2 diabetes, weight management in adults with obesity, and obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity. She explains, “Mounjaro is approved in Australia for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, weight management in adults with obesity, or those with weight-related health conditions, and most recently, obstructive sleep apnoea in adults with obesity.”
Leading pharmacist Jason Murphy adds, “The active ingredient, tirzepatide, targets both GLP-1 and GIP receptors. That dual mechanism makes Mounjaro different from many other weight loss injections and helps deliver stronger appetite control and more effective weight loss results when used alongside diet and exercise.”
Common Side Effects
Dr. Kwong also highlights the common side effects of Mounjaro, which include gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, and a reduced appetite. She notes that these side effects are typically mild and improve over time as the body adjusts to the medication.
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