Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Do Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro increase the risk of vitamin, mineral or protein deficiency? ... with Ilyse Jones

Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Show Notes

In this episode, Prof Clare Collins discusses the latest medications for obesity, their side effects, and the importance of nutritional support, with Ilyse Jones. She explains how GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) and tizepatide (Mounjaro and Zepbound) work, their health benefits beyond weight loss, and the importance of avoiding nutrient deficiencies, including protein, vitamins and mineral. They discuss the critical role of dietitians in managing side effects and helping prevent development of micronutrient deficiencies so that people using these medications can get the full improvement in nutrition related health and wellbeing.

Key Takeaways GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tizepatide target appetite hormones and can be prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity These medications have evolved from daily injections to weekly injections, improving acceptability Side effects such as nausea, reflux, and micronutrient deficiencies need careful management using nutrition support Obesity is now recognized as a chronic medical condition requiring long-term medical treatment, like high blood pressure and diabetes do Support from dietitians and other health professionals is essential for optimizing health outcomes when using these medications

Resources The Conversation article: Started a GLP-1 drug like Ozempic or Mounjaro? Here’s what you need to know about nutrition! https://theconversation.com/started-a-glp-1-drug-like-ozempic-or-mounjaro-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-nutrition-275394 Check our No Money No Time resource listing key nutrient deficiencies that people taking GLP-1s are at greater risk of plus foods you can find them in & some recipe inspo to help boost nutrient intakes. Find it here: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/do-glp1medications-like-ozempic-increase-the-risk-of-nutrient-deficiencies-and-what-to-do-about-it To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/ Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition Courses Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448

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Keywords: #obesitymedications, #GLP1, #semaglutide, #tizepatide, #Ozempic, #Wegovy, #Mounjaro, #weightloss, #nutrition, #sideeffects, #micronutrients, #healthgain, #dietitian, #NutrientDeficiences #Scurvy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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