Real Reason Sharon Cuneta Refused Ozempic
SHARON CUNETA – Megastar Sharon Cuneta is setting the record straight after rumors swirled about her alleged use of the weight loss drug Ozempic.
Sharon Cuneta recently addressed the swirling rumors that she used the popular weight loss drug Ozempic to slim down. In a candid interview on “KC After Hours,” hosted by Karmina Constantino, Cuneta opened up about her health, personal challenges, and the real story behind her transformation.
“I never went on Ozempic. I tried another medication once. I could not handle it,” Cuneta confessed, shutting down speculation about her alleged use of the diabetes drug.
She further explained the complications posed by her medical history, particularly her heart condition. “Anything that I couldn’t do for my own willpower and anything that made me feel artificially stopped. You know, my brain was… was like floating. I could not. And like I said, I have a heart condition. My resting heart rate is like that of a jogger, presently jogging. So I’ve had maintenance meds since 2003. And I have two cardiologists who can attest to that.”
When Constantino asked if she could simply take anything to lose weight, Cuneta replied firmly, “Oh no. I can’t abuse my body that way.”
Cuneta then shared that her weight loss journey began back in 2016, driven by her desire to regain her health after years of crash dieting. “I made the decision to lose weight when I turned 50 in 2016… I really ruined my metabolism.”
Despite initial doubts about whether her body would respond positively, she persevered. “I said, ‘God, if I do it slowly, can I still lose weight?’ Because I felt hopeless.”
She added that the nature of her profession made it necessary to get healthier, but emphasized it was a personal choice. “I’ve been grossly overweight… But because of the nature of my profession, I also had to shape up.”
To achieve her goals, Cuneta practiced moderation. “You just have to cut down on what you’re eating… Kinonti-konti ko.”
After losing weight, she also underwent an arm lift to remove excess skin. “I had skin with absolutely no use. It was hanging like flags.”
Despite fears, her husband Kiko was always supportive. “He’s a very secure husband… I’ve always given him that respect. Also, my children, I would discuss it with them.”
Proud of her journey, Cuneta concluded, “Life is so short.”
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