135. Why Only 0.4% Of Obese Individuals Receive Weightloss Medication... and more

26/06/2023 22 min
135. Why Only 0.4% Of Obese Individuals Receive Weightloss Medication... and more

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Leave Health Bite a Feedback.Click This Link.This episode is our monthly news bite, the wrap-up of relevant and interesting research and news in the weight loss, health, and wellness world.Tune in to Health Bite, the podcast for small steps towards a healthier life! In this episode, we redefine your relationship with food for weight loss and overall well-being. Listen now for valuable insights! What You'll Learn In this Episode;Discover the challenges physicians face in prescribing weight loss drugs and the FDA approval of Semaglutide for diabetes and obesity treatment.Understand the significance of recognizing obesity as a disease to remove stigma and promote effective treatment.Learn about the limited access to anti-obesity medications, with only a small percentage of eligible individuals receiving prescriptions.Find out how BMI affects brain response to food, with lean individuals experiencing greater feelings of fullness and satiety compared to obese individuals.Recognize the need to challenge biases, improve drug availability, and reshape public perception of obesity for better treatment outcomes....and many moreHow We Can Support Adrienne—and Each Other Our community’s love and presence are powerful. Here’s how you can become a catalyst for this shared journey of transformation: Share Your Voice with an Honest Review on Apple Podcasts. Your thoughtful reviews help spread Adrienne’s message to those who need it most. Take a moment to leave a genuine review and strengthen our community together. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-bite/id1504295718 Stay connected by following Health Bite on Spotify. Share your reflections in the comments and join the conversation. Your experiences and insights add richness to our collective growth. Follow and comment on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2jwdHPnWJaoBs2ZJe0nnP6 Send #LoveNotes and Reach Out on Instagram. Let Adrienne know you’re walking this path with her by sending a #LoveNote or a direct message on Instagram. Your encouragement fuels her journey and fosters the connection that makes this community thrive. Adrienne’s Instagram handle here: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/ Together, we’re creating a space where vulnerability is met with support, and transformation is celebrated as a courageous act.

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