When Lizzo showed up on Trisha Paytas’ Just Trish podcast this week, she brought more than her signature confidence—she brought clarity.
After months of public speculation and countless headlines dissecting her dramatic transformation, the Grammy-winning artist confirmed that she did, in fact, use Ozempic early on in her weight loss journey. “I tried everything,” Lizzo admitted during the candid sit-down. “Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it’s the same thing.”
For Lizzo, that “mind over matter” shift made all the difference.
Why Lizzo Turned to Ozempic at the Start
Lizzo said she began using the GLP-1 medication in 2023 when she decided to commit to her health. At the time, she was struggling to manage her appetite, even while sticking to what many might consider a “healthy” vegan diet. Ozempic helped her gain control—but she quickly realized it wouldn’t be a long-term fix.
“I stopped using Ozempic early on,” she explained. “But I don’t see it as cheating. It’s a drug to help somebody with something they’re struggling with. I think people…it’s their way of being fat phobic when you’re telling someone they’re cheating.”
That level of honesty isn’t new for Lizzo, who’s built her career on self-love and body positivity. But this time, the transparency hit a little deeper.
What Really Made the Weight Fall Off? Ditching Veganism
The Truth Hurts singer stunned fans when she shared that she had actually moved away from her long-standing vegan lifestyle.
“What did it for me is, it was not being vegan,” Lizzo said. “Because when I was vegan, I was consuming a lot of fake meats. I was eating a lot of bread, I was eating a lot of rice, and I had to eat a lot of it to stay full. But really, I was consuming 3,000-5,000 calories a day.”
While her vegan meals were technically plant-based, they were highly processed and calorie-dense—two things that stood in the way of her goals. After ditching the meat substitutes and carb-heavy dishes, Lizzo adopted a protein-rich omnivorous diet.
“I started actually eating whole foods and eating like beef, chicken, and fish. Like, I was actually full and not expanding my stomach by putting a lot of fake things in there that wasn’t actually filling me up,” she said.
Hitting Her Goal and Shutting Down the Noise
Back in January, Lizzo celebrated a major personal milestone: she hit her goal weight for the first time in over a decade. “I did it. Today when I stepped on my scale, I reached my weight release goal. I haven’t seen this number since 2014!” she shared in a heartfelt Instagram post. “Let this be a reminder you can do anything you put your mind to. Time for new goals!”
At that time, reports showed she had lost 16% of her body fat and cut down her body mass by 10.5. But despite the impressive numbers, Lizzo emphasized that the transformation wasn’t just about the scale—it was about intention, effort, and feeling good in her own skin.
“I feel like I worked really really hard and it was intentional with what I did with my body,” she told Trisha. “So when I get compliments, I go, ‘Thanks, b—h.’ Like, I really receive it because I need to receive that. I don’t take it any weird way because I tried to do this.”
Why She Denied It at First
In mid-2023, Lizzo publicly denied using Ozempic. In a cheeky Instagram reel, she stood in a colorful robe with a caption that read, “When you finally get Ozempic allegations after 5 months of weight training and calorie deficit.” She even fired back at commenters who claimed she was either on the weight-loss drug—or worse, using illicit substances like “coke.”
Now, she’s explaining the whole picture.
Her reason for coming clean now? It seems like she’s finally in a place where she doesn’t owe anyone an explanation—but she’s choosing to share her story anyway. Whether it’s to reclaim the narrative or empower someone else going through a similar journey, Lizzo has once again reminded the world that health doesn’t look one way—and it doesn’t follow one path.
Final Thoughts: Why Lizzo’s Journey Resonates
Lizzo’s weight loss isn’t just about numbers. It’s about evolving, trial and error, and finding what works for you. Whether it was a short stint with Ozempic, a major dietary overhaul, or simply being real about the mental side of things, her journey is full of lessons.
She didn’t need to open up. She could’ve let the headlines speculate. But she chose to speak on her own terms, with the same raw honesty that’s made her such a cultural force.
And for fans who’ve followed her from “Good as Hell” to her latest scale victory, it’s just another reason to cheer her on.