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, P...

The Dr. Shannon Show

Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT

How GLP-1s Are Impacting Women's Health

APR 16, 202675 MIN
The Dr. Shannon Show

How GLP-1s Are Impacting Women's Health

APR 16, 202675 MIN

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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 conditions24:22: 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 To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com