Content warning: We are discussing diet culture and disordered eating in this episode, please take care when listening.

Oat-Zempic! The latest viral craze that claims to help you lose weight...except it's literally just porridge.

So how dangerous is this latest weight loss fad? And what do we need to know about the concoction influencers are claiming is a 'miracle weight loss combination' we've all been waiting for.

In this episode of The Quicky we speak to a medical profession to get the facts.

If you are looking for advice on how to approach weight loss for your own health, please speak to your GP, dietician, or other health care professional.

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CREDITS

Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to:

Dr Brad Mackay - Family GP and author of the book Fake Medicine: Exposing the Wellness Crazes, Cons And Quacks Costing Us Our Health

Producers: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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"It's Just Porridge" - A Doctor's Thoughts On Oat-Zempic

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"It's Just Porridge" - A Doctor's Thoughts On Oat-Zempic