This episode’s guest is Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen. She’s arguably the top specialist in Ozempic and related weight loss medications. Dr. Salas-Whalen is a double board-certified physician with broad experience across all facets of endocrinology, with a particular emphasis on obesity, diabetes and thyroid disorders. She is a strong advocate for prevention rather than treatment – especially in regard to obesity and diabetes. In this episode, Dr Salas-Whalen and I discuss:Is Ozempic safe?Why is the US in an obesity epidemic?The dangers of rapid weight loss.What causes obesity?Strategies for long-term weight loss. Links and Resources:Dr. Salas-Whalen’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/drsalasw/ Follow Dr. Salas-Whalen -  https://www.tiktok.com/@newyorkendocrinology Sponsor:Inside Tracker – https://insidetracker.com/louisaMud\Wtr - https://mudwtr.com/louisa For the visual learners, come on over to YouTube for long-form brain health related content  https://www.youtube.com/@LouisaNicola Want to ask me a question? You can ask me anything I have covered on this podcast, go to : https://dexa.ai/louisa The Neuro Athletics Newsletter Instagram: louisanicola_Twitter : louisanicola_YouTube: Louisa Nicola