GLP-1: What it is and why it needs estrogen to work properly | Felice Gersh, MD [optumrx weight loss medication]

GLP-1: What it is and why it needs estrogen to work properly | Felice Gersh, MD [optumrx weight loss medication]

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It is important to understand what GLP-1 is (a naturally occurring peptide that your body makes). GLP-1 agonist medications like Wegovy and Ozempic are GLP-1 mimics. Both natural GLP-1 and GLP-1 agonists work best in women who have adequate estradiol (ovarian estrogen), so women in menopause will respond better to GLP-1 and lose more weight if they are also taking estradiol via HRT. To learn more, please check out my talk, Lose weight NATURALLY in menopause: hormones, inflammation & appetite regulation One of many references: The importance of estradiol for body weight regulation in women #menopause #perimenopause #hormones #HRT #bHRT #womenshealth #longevity #weightloss #menopauseweightloss #GLP1