Description

Everyone is talking about GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick explain how glucagon-like peptide-1 drugs work, their history of use for insulin resistance, what the common side effects are, and how to support patients who take GLP-1 weight-loss drugs.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

1. What is GLP-1? [2:52]
   • How do GLP-1 weight-loss drugs work? [3:24]
2. Why are weight-loss drugs controversial? [5:42]
3. How long do you have to stay on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs? [9:05]
   • Effects of GLP-1 weight-loss on mental and emotional health [10:54]
4. How to support patients on GLP-1weight-loss drugs [11:39]
5. Questions from the community
   • What are GLP-1 side effects? [15:17]
   • How can I avoid nausea and GI upset while taking GLP-1 medicine? [16:13]
   • What alternatives to GLP-1 drugs may benefit weight management? [19:15]
   • How do GLP-1 drugs affect the brain and promote a positive mood? [21:33]
   • What foods should I avoid when taking GLP-1 drugs? [22:34]

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:

• Explore Thorne’s Wellness Guides for Weight Management and Medically Guided Weight Loss
• Download all Thorne’s free Wellness Guides
• Managing Side Effects of Weight Loss Medicines
• Top 5 Ozempic® Questions Answered
• 20 Surprising Things that Can Affect Your Weight
• Five Strategies for Healthy Weight Management
• Weight Management Tips While Working from Home
• 6 Tips for Keeping Your Weight in Check During the Holidays
• Can a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management?
• Manage Your Weight with Mindful Eating
• The Six Best Supplements for Healthy Weight According to a Registered Dietician
• Here's the Skinny on Healthy Weight Gain – 4 Steps to Help Your BMI
• Previously on The Thorne Podcast: What is Metabolism?; The Secrets to Effective Weight Management; We Took Thorne's Weight Management Test
  • Weight Management Series: Diet, Exercise, Lifestyle, Supplements, Listeners’ Questions

Products related to this episode: Weight Management Test; Berberine; Metabolic Health; GI Relief

Subscribe to More Content

Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.