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My Journey with GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Managing PCOS, Celiac Disease, and Metabolic Health
In my thirties, my body began to “betray” me. After years of running marathons, working out, and eating well, I found myself struggling with... -
Healthy Foods Close to Home: The Fresh Truck Model
As obesity rates continue to rise in the United States, researchers have pointed toward numerous causes: ultra-processed foods, lack of physical... -
What Your Patients are Hearing About GLP-1 Medications
Glugacon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist medications have taken social media and celebrity news by storm. Your patients have likely heard...
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My Journey with GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Managing PCOS, Celiac Disease, and Metabolic Health
In my thirties, my body began to “betray” me. After years of running marathons, working out, and eating well, I found myself struggling with unexplained weight gain, fatigue, joint pain, and digestive issues. I didn’t realize at the time that these were symptoms of deeper, interconnected health issues, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and celiac disease. My experience with GLP-1 weight loss drugs has been part of a broader journey toward navigating the challenges of chronic illness with a supportive health care team. It was a slow and circuitous process ...
