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Weight loss drugs and how I lost four stone with Claer Barrett

Weight loss drugs and how I lost four stone with Claer Barrett

Update: 2025-09-11
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In her mid-forties, Claer Barrett, associate editor at the Financial Times, turned to weight loss medication, a decision that transformed her health, her habits, and her outlook on life.

In this episode, Claer explains what it feels like when “food noise” finally stops. She tells Dr Hilary how portion control became possible for the first time, and why she invested in medical monitoring, body scans and therapy. She also speaks honestly about the side effects, the discipline required to keep the weight off, and the challenge of doing all this while being open with her readers.

Beyond the personal story, the discussion explores the wider issues raised by these new drugs. From the black-market risks and rising costs to the question of whether the NHS should fund treatment; a frank look at obesity, health and longevity, and the difficult choices many people face when trying to live better for longer.

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Weight loss drugs and how I lost four stone with Claer Barrett

Weight loss drugs and how I lost four stone with Claer Barrett

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