Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 18, 2025 · Entertainment

Chrissy Teigen's Raw Take on Ozempic: A Journey Through Joy, Struggle, and Hunger

Chrissy Teigen is getting real about her complicated relationship with food and the controversial use of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic; seen in February 2025

Chrissy Teigen Spills the Tea on Her Complicated Relationship with Food and Ozempic

The world of celebrity news is always buzzing with gossip, but few conversations are as juicy as Chrissy Teigen's recent interview about her complicated relationship with food and weight-loss medication Ozempic. The 39-year-old model and mother-of-four opened up about her personal struggles on the latest episode of her Self-Conscious podcast, where she discussed the pros and cons of taking Ozempic after suffering a devastating loss.

The Dark Days After Losing Baby Jack

The model, 39, opened up about her personal experience with the medication, which she quietly began taking it after the loss of her son Jack, who died at 20 weeks of gestation

It's been three years since Chrissy Teigen lost her son Jack at just 20 weeks of gestation. The pain of that loss still lingers, but what many fans didn't know was how it affected her relationship with food. "I first started taking Ozempic after the loss of our Jack – there I was, existing in a body that didn't feel like mine, with absolutely nothing to celebrate," Chrissy wrote on Instagram.

In a candid conversation with author Johann Hari on her podcast, Chrissy revealed how Ozempic dulled her appetite, but also left her feeling detached from food. "For me it's almost torturous not being hungry at all. I love being hungry. I love craving food. I love desiring food," she confessed.

The Complexities of Food and Ozempic

'I first started taking Ozempic after the loss of our Jack – there I was, existing in a body that didn't feel like mine, with absolutely nothing to celebrate,' Teigen wrote on her Instagram

Chrissy has always been open about her love-hate relationship with food. As the author of Cravings, a cookbook that showcases her favorite recipes, Chrissy often talks about how food is both her comfort and her struggle. But with the help of Ozempic, she said she felt "released from the prison of thinking about food in bad ways."

In an eerie twist, Chrissy revealed that most of her friends are also on weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, which has sparked a heated debate online. While some fans praised her for being honest and vulnerable, others slammed her for speaking publicly about using a scarce and expensive medication.

The Sugar-Coated Truth About Her Relationship with Food

She spoke about her experience with author Johann Hari, who wrote the book, Magic Pill The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight-Loss Drugs

Chrissy's conversation with Johann Hari touched on the darker chapters of her relationship with food long before Ozempic came into the picture. She revealed that she had struggled with overeating and then getting sick, which became normalized in her mind. "I still ate food… and I threw it up. There's really no other way to say it," she said.

This pattern of behavior went on for years, with Chrissy admitting that it just "became very normal." But what makes this conversation even more striking is how open Chrissy has been about her struggles – something that many fans have praised and admired.

The Sugar-Coated Truth About Ozempic

She admitted that while the medication dulled her appetite, the psychological impact of losing her hunger was far from easy

Chrissy's honesty about using Ozempic has sparked a polarized debate online. While some fans thanked her for being real and vulnerable, others called the interview "incredibly tone deaf." But what many people don't know is that Chrissy wasn't just speaking about herself; she was also discussing the cultural significance of Ozempic and how it affects women's bodies.

"I remember way before people were even talking Ozempic...I had tried it for maybe like a year or so," Chrissy revealed. She confessed that using the medication felt like "force-feeding" herself since she was never hungry. But what made her nervous to discuss it publicly is how it would be perceived by fans and critics alike.

The Sugar-Coated Truth About Her Relationship with John Legend

''For me it's almost torturous not being hungry at all. I love being hungry. I love craving food. I love desiring food,' she explained

Chrissy's conversation about Ozempic also touched on her relationship with food in a more intimate way – specifically, how her husband John Legend takes care of her. "My spouse makes me a 'sleep sandwich' every night that I eat at 2 am," she shared.

But Chrissy wasn't just talking about her late-night snacking habits; she was also discussing the complexities of being on Ozempic and how it affects your body. She confessed that using the medication made her feel like she was losing touch with food, which made her appreciate the little moments she shares with John even more.

The Sugar-Coated Truth About Food Culture

During their conversation, the mother-of-four, who is married to John Legend, revealed she has never loved working out and has always been obsessed with food

Chrissy's conversation about Ozempic has sparked a bigger conversation about food culture and the way we talk about weight loss. While some fans praised her for being honest and vulnerable, others slammed her for speaking publicly about using a scarce and expensive medication.

But what Chrissy's conversation highlights is how complex our relationship with food truly is. We all have our own struggles, but it's how we navigate them that makes all the difference. As Chrissy said, "Food has always been my joy, my comfort, and my struggle."

Sources:

  • TheScholarlyNote.com
  • Self-Conscious Podcast