Magic Pill

The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs

By: Johann Hari

Narrated by: Johann Hari

Bloomsbury presents Magic Pill written and read by Johann Hari.

'I learned so much' DAVINA McCALL
'Will help you think more clearly about eating, dieting, health and mental health' JONATHAN HAIDT

Over the last decade, an extraordinary scientific breakthrough has taken place. A new kind of drug has arrived on the market, working in an unprecedented way to revolutionise weight loss and dieting.

In 2023, Johann Hari began injecting himself with one of the weight loss drugs transforming how we look, feel and live.

What began as a personal journey soon took him on an international investigation, tackling some of the most world-changing issues as he asked: Who should be taking these medications? How are they set to change not only the way we think about weight loss, but our economies? What are the benefits – and what are the risks?

This is the book to read on the weight loss drugs taking over the world.

'Really important, and very necessary' STEPHEN FRY
'Compassionate, wise and mind-expanding . . . A must read' PHILIPPA PERRY©2024 Johann Hari (P)2024 Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Well researched

Loved the depth and unbiased research. I found it really interesting and easy to listen to.
I bought this because I have the author’s other books and loved them. This is not a topic I’m greatly interested in, however I am after listening to this book.

great writer on a topic of our time

hari first greatly affected me with his book on depression, now this book has illuminated me on the shocking implications of these drugs and the weight of the food system issue crushing the health of our societies. he writes with eloquence and empathy and I would recommend this to anyone with even a passing interest on the topic

Interesting

Great wide review of the many sides of this complex issue. Balanced and in depth investigation. I have finished it seeing all sides.

A balanced review of the societal overweight issue

The best part of this is that it brings in multiple viewpoints and even dares to question things that ”have always been like this”. Well worth the read/listen.

Worth a listen.

Well rounded and thought provoking. It's important for everyone to know and think about this topic