Women are struggling with different issues at different stages of life, whether it be infertility, peri/post menopause symptoms, metabolic dysfunction, autoimmune conditions, and more.
GLP-1s have sparked interest as a tool for improving these conditions, but haven’t come without criticism.
Some fear dependence on the medication, others fear muscle loss, and others fear increased cancer risk.
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, MD, Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD, Dr. Shannon Ritchey, DPT, and McCall McPherson, PA-C, lead this conversation surrounding how these medications can affect women at different stages, who they are and aren’t indicated for, and how to avoid side effects.
00:30: Introduction
03:00: Meet Dr. Jessica Shepherd, Dr. Natalie Crawford, McCall McPherson, and Dr. Shannon Ritchey
04:35: How do GLP-1s work?
09:30: Microdosing GLP-1s
16:55: The media and GLP-1s
20:50: Benefits of GLP-1s for thyroid conditions
24:22: When are GLP-1s appropriate during reproductive years?
28:25: GLP-1s and skeletal muscle
30:30: How much weight loss can you expect on a GLP-1?
33:50: GLP-1s during perimenopause and menopause
39:45: How long should you be on a GLP-1?
45:40: Q&A
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