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140. Let's Talk about Wegovy and Ozempic (Aka the Weight Loss Meds You May Be Hearing All About)
140. Let's Talk about Wegovy and Ozempic (Aka the Weight Loss Meds You May Be Hearing All About)
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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
If you are on any social media platform, you know exactly what we mean when we say it seems like so many people are using weight loss medications as part of their weight loss journey. Today, we have a special guest on the show, Chelsey Medley. Chelsey is a primary care nurse practitioner who treats eating disorders and focuses on a holistic, HAES approach. Over the next 21 minutes, we discuss the rise in popularity of weight loss medications, such as Ozempic and Wagovy, and the ethical dilemmas they pose for healthcare professionals. We dive into the origins of the medications and who they were originally developed for. Chelsey shares her experiences with patients who seek these medications for weight loss, and the challenges she faces in promoting a holistic, body-positive approach to health. In today’s episode, we cover: What is the HAES approach? Wegovy and Ozempic being used as weight loss drugs What the prescription requirements for Wegovy and Ozempic are The rise in popularity of weight loss medications Connect with Chelsey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsey-medley-6467b7a4 Connect with Dylan: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy.rd
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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