Simone Biles Diabetes: Why Is She in Mounjaro Ads?

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As a long-time fan of gymnastics and particularly of the remarkable Simone Biles, I was initially taken aback when I saw her promoting a diabetes medication during the 2024 Paris Olympics. However, upon closer inspection, it became clear that this partnership is not about Simone herself managing diabetes but rather her advocacy for her mother’s health and others living with type 2 diabetes.

Spectators are expressing apprehension over rumors about Simone Biles’ type 2 diabetes diagnosis, following her appearances in commercials for Mounjaro, a drug primarily known for its weight loss properties but actually designed to treat type 2 diabetes. In these ads, Nellie Biles, Simone’s adoptive mother who lives with the condition, is also featured. Here’s an explanation of why Simone Biles is appearing in diabetes-related advertisements during the 2024 Paris Olympics.

What is the Simone Biles diabetes commercial about?

Simone Biles is featured in advertisements for the diabetes drug Mounjaro, but it’s important to note that she herself does not have diabetes and does not use the medication. This partnership is a result of a paid sponsorship.

Upon a closer examination of Mounjaro advertisements on Lilly’s website, you can see text stating “Simone does not have type 2 diabetes or use Mounjaro.” From the brief FAQ section on the page, it becomes apparent that Nellie Biles is someone who lives with type 2 diabetes, while Simone is portrayed as an advocate for her own health and the health of other individuals dealing with type 2 diabetes.

To clarify, neither Simone nor Nellie use Mounjaro, and they are associated with the pharmaceutical company primarily to promote understanding about a treatment option for adults struggling with type 2 diabetes. In a recent Instagram post by Simone Biles, an image featuring Nellie Biles along with the Mounjaro logo suggests that Nellie does not consume the medication either.

Mounjaro is a weekly injectable medication administered using a single-dose pen. Its main purpose is to manage blood sugar levels and reduce appetite, making it a popular choice among healthcare providers for weight management, although its primary function isn’t weight loss.

Lilly serves as a formal supporter for Team USA during the 2024 Olympic Games. This role also includes a collaboration with gymnast Suni Lee, who is a teammate of Simone Biles, in relation to eczema.

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2024-08-01 23:46