Maintaining bone health is crucial for women on a weight loss journey, especially those in the post-menopausal phase. How do you safeguard your bones while achieving your weight loss goals?

Join Margie Bissinger as she welcomes Dr. Irina Weil to explore an essential topic for anyone on a weight loss journey: "Can I Keep My Bones Strong While Losing Weight with GLP-1s like Ozempic® and Wegovy®?"


In this enlightening episode, Margie and Dr. Weil discuss GLP-1 medications, their effectiveness in weight loss, and their impact on bone health. GLP-1s, such as Ozempic® and Wegovy®, have revolutionized weight management, offering hope and results. However, many wonder about their effects on bone strength.

Dr. Irina Weil, who is board-certified in family medicine and integrative medicine, shares her expertise and insights into maintaining bone health while using these medications. Her compassionate approach provides listeners with practical advice and reassurance.

Learn how to achieve your weight loss goals without compromising your bone health in today's episode of the Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast!

“If done properly, I think they (GLPs) are an amazing tool and adjunct to Osteoporosis prevention, potential mitigation of further bone loss, so yes, I'm all for them.” - Dr. Irina Weil

In this episode:

- [02:50] - Understanding GLP-1s: Benefits and risks

- [08:13] - Ideal candidates for GLP-1 treatments

- [15:24] - Biggest challenges for post-menopausal women

- [18:07] - Effective strategies for post-menopausal health

- [20:50] - Intermittent fasting for weight loss: Is it safe?

- [26:03] - Long-term use of GLP-1s: Safety and side effects

- [31:47] - Dr. Weil's journey into integrative and functional medicine

- [39:12] - How to work with Dr. Weil

- [42:35] - Top three tips for safe weight loss

Resources mentioned

- Dr. Weil's website - https://innerbalancemedicine.org/

- Margie's Free Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures handout and videos - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/osteoporosis-exercises-to-strengthen-your-bones-and-prevent-fractures

More about Margie

- Website - https://margiebissinger.com/

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