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#322 OZEMPIC: Weight Loss Medications Really Work | Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen
Jan 8, 2024
Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, the top specialist in Ozempic and related weight loss medications, discusses the safety of Ozempic, the US obesity epidemic, dangers of rapid weight loss, causes of obesity, and strategies for long-term weight loss. The podcast also explores the mechanisms of Ozempic, the global impact of the obesity epidemic, dangers of misuse, history and availability of weight loss medications, guilt associated with obesity, and the future of weight loss medications.
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- Ozempic, a weight loss medication, works by targeting hormones that regulate appetite and fullness, helping individuals feel full with smaller portions and promoting weight loss.
- Obesity is a multifactorial chronic disease influenced by genetics, hormonal changes, environmental factors, and socioeconomic status, highlighting the need for comprehensive treatment and prevention efforts.
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Ozempic and Its Role in Weight Loss
Ozempic is a medication that has been FDA approved for patients with diabetes to help control blood sugar and promote weight loss. The medication works by targeting hormones that regulate appetite and fullness. It increases satiety hormones and suppresses hunger hormones, making patients feel full with smaller portions. This medication has been used off-label for weight loss, with promising results. It also has the potential to improve factors related to obesity, such as inflammation and vascularity. The drug is part of a class of drugs called incretins and comes in different formulations, including an oral version. While it is important to use the medication responsibly and under proper medical supervision, it shows great promise in helping individuals with obesity achieve their weight loss goals.
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