There is a whole lot out there in the media concerning weight loss.  Semaglutide, otherwise known as Ozempic, has been in the headlines as of late and not without controversy.  There are plenty of diets from which to choose and also body procedures, but how do you make heads or tails as to what would work best for you?Reality check.  You've tried and tried with little or no results.  Now what?  Is it time to consult a medical professional who specializes in weight loss?  Someone who can assess your total health picture and provide realistic guidance tailored to your specific challenges?Brittny Howell, MD is a board certified vascular surgeon, who made the jump to an evidence-based medical weight loss practice.  Her practical philosophy includes separating fact from fiction, where science is the soul behind her mission.  Brittny Howell has a multi-pronged approach that embraces the individual, creating a treatment plan that goes beyond a one-size-fits-all regimen.In this episode Dr. Howell and I discuss:Medical gaslighting and women's health careDr. Howell's own fitness and health practice - Sleep- Exercise- Social connection- Plant forward eating- Cutting out alcoholSemaglutide - Ozempic - mechanism of action and how it works in weight loss - there can be some muscle loss, but you typically lose muscle during any weight loss.  Protein is an important component to a weight loss plan.  Dr. Howell's patients work with a dietician.You should be getting weight loss medications from a regular pharmacy, not a compounding pharmacy.Her thoughts on detoxes and cleanses - a restrictive, temporary diet that won't yield long term results or any benefit for your liver or kidneysBody sculpting procedures - Emsculpt Neo is very effective, as it eliminates fat cells and stimulates muscle production.  Emtone may be more effective for cellulite.You can find Brittny Howell, MD at:Instagram @doctorbtittnymdFacebook https://www.facebook.com/modernvascularct/https://www.doctorbrittny.com/Website coming soon for Morph Med SpaPractice address:63 Copps Hill Road, Suite 200, Ridgefield, CT, United States, ConnecticutFollow Asking for a Friend on Social media outlets:https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/https://www.facebook.com/askforafriendpod/Please provide a review and share. This helps us grow! https://lovethepodcast.com/AFAF