Today we’re kicking off the topic of anti-obesity medications available conventionally, often referred to as weight loss medications. As there is so much to delve into, this is going to be the first of two episodes on this topic.Long-term weight loss is extremely challenging, even with the correct lifestyle changes.  Only around 5% of people are able to lose 20% of their body weight with lifestyle changes alone. So while you may benefit from short-term weight loss, your hormones often end up working against you, increasing your appetite and lowering your metabolism. Willpower alone isn’t usually strong enough to fight these metabolic adaptations.In this episode, I’m running you through the pros and cons of 9 different anti-obesity medications, as well as discussing who qualifies for this medication.Please remember that while I am a physician, there's no medical advice being given here. This is a very informational, brief overview of the risks and benefits of these medications. There are many aspects that I am not able to cover within this one episode, so please ensure that any big changes to your health or medications is discussed with your own medical team.Audio Stamps02:30 - We find out who qualifies for weight loss medications07:00 - Dr. Rentea discusses the metabolic adaptations our body can experience09:56 - We learn why we need to consider the longer term picture when it comes to weight loss medication11:10 - Dr. Rentea discusses the pros and cons of Phentermine14:45 - Dr. Rentea discusses the pros and cons of Qsymia16:47 - Dr. Rentea discusses the pros and cons of Contrave19:13 - Dr. Rentea discusses GLP-1 Agonists22:52 - Dr. Rentea discusses Tirzepatide (brand name is Mounjaro)23:47 - Dr. Rentea discusses the drug Plenity24:50 - Dr. Rentea discusses Orlistat25:25 - Dr. Rentea discusses Lisdexamfetamine (goes by the name Vyvanse)26:06 - Dr. Rentea discusses Metformin26:35 - Dr. Rentea talks about combining weight loss medicationsQuotes: 07:25 - “Only about 5% of people are going to be able to lose 20% of their body weight with lifestyle changes alone. “09:10 - “It’s one tool to help either stabilize or bring down weight long term that allows you to fight these metabolic adaptations. Our body actually really doesn't like to release weight. It always wants to go back to where it was.”10:06 - “I no longer want you to think in weeks and months, I want you to think in years and decades.”All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com