Oprah Winfrey has revealed her decision to step down from the board of WeightWatchers to discuss the topic of prescription weight loss medications without a conflict of interest. This announcement came during her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she mentioned her upcoming TV special, “An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution,” scheduled to air on 18th March. Winfrey clarified that she donated her shares in the company to prevent any allegations of financial benefit, as WeightWatchers has started to offer such medications.

The renowned media figure, a proponent of healthy lifestyles, has been open about her use of prescription weight loss drugs, stressing the importance of managing obesity as a chronic issue. Her upcoming special will explore the effects of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which are popular for their weight loss properties.

Winfrey’s departure from the board of WeightWatchers is linked to her desire to contribute to the ongoing discussion on weight health and prescription weight loss medications. Her TV special, slated to air on ABC, aims to shed light on this topic and address the growing interest in these treatments.