Olivia emailed us sharing her personal journey with Semaglutide, a GLP one receptor agonist, and how it helped her manage binge eating disorder. Olivia's experience was so compelling and we believe it sheds light on the silence around GLP one drugs and their potential benefits beyond weight loss. Join Georgie as she discusses the implications, potential benefits, and risks of using these medications for binge eating disorder. She also delves into the future of research and the pharmaceutical industry in this space. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the real-life impacts of GLP one drugs on binge eating disorder.For more information, check out these references below:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667368123000268https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924977X24000646https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dsx.2020.03.00900:00 Introduction to Olivia's Story01:33 Olivia's Background and Binge Eating Journey05:03 Starting Semaglutide: Initial Experiences09:03 Impact on Mental Health and Relationships18:38 Public Perception and Stigma25:16 Opening Up About Personal Struggles27:42 The Impact of Medication on Binge Eating30:55 Alcohol and Medication Effects33:07 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mental Space38:21 Redefining Life Without Food Noise40:44 Final Thoughts and Recommendations46:26 Research and Future Directions for GLP-1 DrugsConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookInstagramHave you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you are want help to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 personalized attention, sign up at ConfidentEaters.com.

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