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🎙New Emerging Therapies for Obesity and Weight Loss EP 193
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Ever find yourself looking for the real scoop on obesity and weight loss? Join Dr. Darlene Bartilucci and Janet Garvey, ARNP, DNP, for a riveting exploration of the latest treatment breakthroughs and a reflective moment on the most profound weight management advice we've ever received. We'll tackle the intricacies of obesity definitions and classifications and explain why understanding your BMI can be a pivotal moment in your health journey.
Our conversation takes a serious turn as we confront the stark realities of the obesity epidemic, with its health implications casting a long shadow across the United States and beyond. We discuss the sobering disparities among racial groups and the unexpected weight trends that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, we examine obesity's lesser-known connection to increased cancer risk, stressing the urgent need for a unified front in this health battle—a call to action for medical professionals and individuals alike.
Wrapping up the episode, we share heartfelt stories, including one of a patient's success with semaglutide. We unpack the history and dual roles of weight loss medications, their impact on diabetes management, and the potential of weight loss surgeries, always emphasizing the critical importance of sustainable lifestyle changes. It's a candid dialogue on the necessity of education, motivation, and intentional living for a healthier tomorrow.
Check back on April 24, 2024 for Part 2 Q&A with Dr. Bartilucci
Food for Thought:
- Understanding Obesity and Weight Loss
- Obesity Crisis and Health Implications
- Supporting Health Through Education and Action
- Motivation for Weight Loss
- Weight Loss Medications and Lifestyle Changes
The program is a rebroadcast for a live presentation at WJCT Studios on April 3, 2024
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Music: Storyblocks - Corporate Inspired
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Chapters
1. Understanding Obesity and Weight Loss (00:00:00)
2. Obesity Crisis and Health Implications (00:11:43)
3. Supporting Health Through Education and Action (00:21:31)
4. Motivation for Weight Loss (00:29:50)
5. Weight Loss Medications and Lifestyle Changes (00:36:20)
224 episodes
Manage episode 412962759 series 3310873
Ever find yourself looking for the real scoop on obesity and weight loss? Join Dr. Darlene Bartilucci and Janet Garvey, ARNP, DNP, for a riveting exploration of the latest treatment breakthroughs and a reflective moment on the most profound weight management advice we've ever received. We'll tackle the intricacies of obesity definitions and classifications and explain why understanding your BMI can be a pivotal moment in your health journey.
Our conversation takes a serious turn as we confront the stark realities of the obesity epidemic, with its health implications casting a long shadow across the United States and beyond. We discuss the sobering disparities among racial groups and the unexpected weight trends that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, we examine obesity's lesser-known connection to increased cancer risk, stressing the urgent need for a unified front in this health battle—a call to action for medical professionals and individuals alike.
Wrapping up the episode, we share heartfelt stories, including one of a patient's success with semaglutide. We unpack the history and dual roles of weight loss medications, their impact on diabetes management, and the potential of weight loss surgeries, always emphasizing the critical importance of sustainable lifestyle changes. It's a candid dialogue on the necessity of education, motivation, and intentional living for a healthier tomorrow.
Check back on April 24, 2024 for Part 2 Q&A with Dr. Bartilucci
Food for Thought:
- Understanding Obesity and Weight Loss
- Obesity Crisis and Health Implications
- Supporting Health Through Education and Action
- Motivation for Weight Loss
- Weight Loss Medications and Lifestyle Changes
The program is a rebroadcast for a live presentation at WJCT Studios on April 3, 2024
Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical research.
Share with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the MedEvidence! podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.
Follow us on Social Media:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
LinkedIn
Want to learn more checkout our entire library of podcasts, videos, articles and presentations at www.MedEvidence.com
Music: Storyblocks - Corporate Inspired
Thank you for listening!
Chapters
1. Understanding Obesity and Weight Loss (00:00:00)
2. Obesity Crisis and Health Implications (00:11:43)
3. Supporting Health Through Education and Action (00:21:31)
4. Motivation for Weight Loss (00:29:50)
5. Weight Loss Medications and Lifestyle Changes (00:36:20)
224 episodes
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