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Recap: Is the new obesity medication too good to be true? | Dr. Louis J Aronne

Recap: Is the new obesity medication too good to be true? | Dr. Louis J Aronne

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Today we’re talking about obesity medication. Did you know that over 200 illnesses are linked to unhealthy weight gain? It's no surprise that combatting obesity has become a major focus of modern medical research. In recent years, this research has led to a new generation of weight-loss medications that are delivering dramatic results. But are these drugs truly revolutionary or just too good to be true? One thing is certain - people have a lot of questions. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Lou Aronne to help us separate the hype from the hard facts. 🥑 Make smarter food choices. Become a member a zoe.com - 10% off with code PODCAST 🌱 Try our new plant based wholefood supplement - Daily30+ *Naturally high in copper which contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism and the normal function of the immune system 📚 Books from our ZOE Scientists: The Food For Life Cookbook by Prof. Tim Spector Food For Life by Prof. Tim Spector Every Body Should Know This by Dr Federica Amati Free resources from ZOE: Live Healthier: Top 10 Tips From ZOE Science & Nutrition Gut Guide - for a healthier microbiome in weeks Have feedback or a topic you'd like us to cover? Let us know here Listen to the full episode here
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Whenever I hear or read about the huge take-up of weight loss drugs, I'm concerned about the drugs getting out into nature. Wild animals can't afford weight loss. Will we wipe out wild animals as an unintended consequence of the widespread use of these drugs getting into water supplies.

Will weight loss drugs get into rivers etc and affect wildlife

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