GLP-1s, Weight Loss, and Health: A Panel Discussion With Life Time’s MIORA Leaders
Learn how GLP-1s can safely and strategically be used to support your health and weight-loss goals while also promoting overall wellness.
Curious how GLP-1s can safely and strategically be used to support your health and weight-loss goals while also promoting overall wellness? In this conversation, Life Time’s MIORA experts dive into the science behind these medications, including what they are, how they work, and how to use them effectively in the context of a well-rounded wellness plan to maximize positive results.
This episode is the recording of a live-stream event hosted by MIORA, which was moderated by Life Time Talks cohost Jamie Martin.
Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, is a clinical pharmacist, the cochair of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the chair of the International Peptide Society, and the Chief Science Officer for Life Time.
Greg Pippert, MD, is board-certified in integrated medicine and has owned and operated a successful private practice, Twin Cities Integrative Medicine, for nearly two decades. He is also a fellow in the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and the medical director of MIORA at Life Time.
Cliff Edberg, RD, CPT, is the senior director of MIORA and has more than 20 years of experience working directly with clients on their lifestyle and wellness goals.
This conversation delves into education surrounding GLP-1 medications, including the following:
- GLP-1 stands for “glucagon-like peptide one.” They are a class of medications that work in the body to stimulate the natural receptors of the GLP-1 hormone that we would normally make.
- Peptides are small chains of amino acids that perform a specific task in your body. The body makes peptides to regulate homeostasis; our bodies make thousands of peptides.
- GLP-1 agonists have been found to improve insulin sensitivity, better control blood-sugar levels, lower gastric emptying times (which helps with satiety), and support weight loss and appetite suppression.
- Proper titration of GLP-1 dosage by individual is essential to minimize side effects and maximize benefits.
- A healthy use of GLP-1 medications involves using it as a tool within a comprehensive and holistic wellness plan that is individualized and includes nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits like stress management.
- Though appetite suppression is a primary effect of GLP-1s, getting adequate nutrition — including plenty of protein — on a regular basis (three to four times per day) is essential for maintaining, and even building, muscle mass and bone density.
- A commitment to lifestyle behavior modifications can ensure long-term health and sustainable success after titrating and going off GLP-1s.
Transcript: GLP-1s, Weight Loss, and Health: A Panel Discussion With Life Time’s MIORA Leaders
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