19 min

171. Wegovy's New FDA Label: The Game-Changing FDA Approval for Cardiovascular Health and Weightloss Health Bite

    • Nutrition

Exciting news in the world of anti-obesity meds.

Check out the latest episode of Health Bite podcast where Dr. Adrienne Youdim discusses the groundbreaking updates on the drug Wegovy.

Wegovy , the anti-obesity med, has been making waves with its ability to reduce cardiovascular risk in addition to aiding weight loss. 
Dr. Youdim breaks down the latest data and what it means for public health. 
Tune in now! 

What You’ll Learn From this Episode
Learn about Wegovy: Understand how Wegovy works to suppress hunger and keep individuals feeling full longer.Prevent Serious Health Issues: Wegovy is not just for weight loss but also helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.FDA Approval for Heart Health: Wegovy has received FDA approval to indicate its ability to reduce the risk of heart disease, cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke.Addressing Stigma and Bias: Discuss the importance of focusing on prevention rather than waiting for obesity-related diseases to develop.Gyms Prescribing Medications: Explore the role of gyms in prescribing anti-obesity medications under physician supervision to aid weight loss while preserving muscle mass through physical activity.Emphasis on "AND" Approach: Highlight the importance of combining medication, lifestyle changes, and mindset work for long-term weight loss success.Impact of Medications in Gyms: Consider the potential impact of incorporating anti-obesity medications in gyms on changing body composition and promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
"Using medication does not come at the exclusion of changing your lifestyle or your habits, and it doesn't come at the exclusion of doing the really intensive mindset work that is required to be persistent and to prevail in this long-term, lifelong pursuit." - Dr. Adrienne Youdim


Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim
Website: https://dradrienneyoudim.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/ Email: info@dradrienneyoudim.com Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim
Website: https://dradrienneyoudim.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/ Email: info@dradrienneyoudim.com via Linketree: https://linktr.ee/dradrienne
3 Ways to Get More From Adrienne

1. Subscribe to our Newsletter. Subscribe Now and get the 5 Bites to Fasttrack your Health and Wellbeing https://dradrienneyoudim.com/newsletter/
2. Buy the Book. The current weightloss strategies have failed you. Its time to address your true hunger. Purchase 'Hungry for More' https://www.amazon.com/Hungry-More-Stories-Science-Inspire/dp/0578875632

3. Leave us a Rating and Review via Apple Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-bite/id1504295718

Exciting news in the world of anti-obesity meds.

Check out the latest episode of Health Bite podcast where Dr. Adrienne Youdim discusses the groundbreaking updates on the drug Wegovy.

Wegovy , the anti-obesity med, has been making waves with its ability to reduce cardiovascular risk in addition to aiding weight loss. 
Dr. Youdim breaks down the latest data and what it means for public health. 
Tune in now! 

What You’ll Learn From this Episode
Learn about Wegovy: Understand how Wegovy works to suppress hunger and keep individuals feeling full longer.Prevent Serious Health Issues: Wegovy is not just for weight loss but also helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.FDA Approval for Heart Health: Wegovy has received FDA approval to indicate its ability to reduce the risk of heart disease, cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke.Addressing Stigma and Bias: Discuss the importance of focusing on prevention rather than waiting for obesity-related diseases to develop.Gyms Prescribing Medications: Explore the role of gyms in prescribing anti-obesity medications under physician supervision to aid weight loss while preserving muscle mass through physical activity.Emphasis on "AND" Approach: Highlight the importance of combining medication, lifestyle changes, and mindset work for long-term weight loss success.Impact of Medications in Gyms: Consider the potential impact of incorporating anti-obesity medications in gyms on changing body composition and promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
"Using medication does not come at the exclusion of changing your lifestyle or your habits, and it doesn't come at the exclusion of doing the really intensive mindset work that is required to be persistent and to prevail in this long-term, lifelong pursuit." - Dr. Adrienne Youdim


Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim
Website: https://dradrienneyoudim.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/ Email: info@dradrienneyoudim.com Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim
Website: https://dradrienneyoudim.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/ Email: info@dradrienneyoudim.com via Linketree: https://linktr.ee/dradrienne
3 Ways to Get More From Adrienne

1. Subscribe to our Newsletter. Subscribe Now and get the 5 Bites to Fasttrack your Health and Wellbeing https://dradrienneyoudim.com/newsletter/
2. Buy the Book. The current weightloss strategies have failed you. Its time to address your true hunger. Purchase 'Hungry for More' https://www.amazon.com/Hungry-More-Stories-Science-Inspire/dp/0578875632

3. Leave us a Rating and Review via Apple Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-bite/id1504295718

19 min