Exploring GLP-1 Medications: Mechanisms and Benefits

McCall McPherson, the founder of Modern Thyroid, is a Physician Assistant and Thyroid + Hormone expert. In today's episode, she explains why she often recommends GLP-1 drugs. She educates that while they can be used for weight loss, their uses extend far beyond weight loss. 

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0:00: Introduction 
3:40: What are GLP-1s? 
5:20: How do GLP-1s affect your brain chemistry? 
8:45: Dosing GLP-1s, muscle loss, and exercise 
13:08: Who can benefit from GLP-1s? 
17:00: Side effects and risks of GLP-1s
23:20: Public perception of GLP-1s 
25:57: GLP1s and perimenopause 
28:38: Other benefits of GLP-1s
33:13: GLP1s and fertility 
35:05: Are there long term risks of GLP-1s? 
38:53: What to do if you're interested in starting GLP-1s 
41:34: Symptoms of inflammation 
42:27: McCall's final thoughts 

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