re: Miracle weight loss shots hyped by Hollywood linked to deadly bowel obstructions

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But if it helps fat people lose weight that has so many benefits on our entire healthcare system.
But if it doesn't help them learn how to be healthy they'll likely rebound once they stop taking it, negating those benefits.

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Definitely for some, although i wouldnt put that as a blanket statement for all.

For others, the increase in energy and overall health and well being may be the trigger they need to start living a cleaner life.

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But if it doesn't help them learn how to be healthy they'll likely rebound once they stop taking it, negating those benefits.

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Do you think someone would be more successful (as in sticking to it and not giving up) starting a daily workout regiment if they weighed 220 lbs or after they’ve seen substantial progress and now weigh 180 lbs?

The shot may not teach someone healthy habits but it gives them a great head start. Fat people have no motivation because they’ve never seen results. Seeing themselves lose weight (via the shot) can be the push they need to show themselves that they can do it.

Sure, some will not take advantage of their resources and will gain it back, they are back to where they started, but that doesn’t impact your life whatsoever. Some will continue their progress and change their life for the better, and that improves our healthcare as a society.