RESOURCES

Patient Education: Weight Loss

Compiled by Dr. Lisa Bodon

This patient education resource is designed to support your weight management journey, specifically if you are utilizing GLP-1 medications or navigating hormonal changes in midlife.

Video ResourceS

Visual guides to help you understand your medications and optimize your results.

  1. Beyond BMI: The Truth About Obesity and GLP-1 Medications with Dr. Rocio Salas Whalen

  2. Time to clear up the facts about Retatrutide

  3. TED TALK: Women are Not Small Men: a paradigm shift in the science of nutrition | Stacy Sims | TEDxTauranga

  4. 10 Reasons You Are NOT Losing Weight On GLP-1s

  5. The BEST Ozempic Diet Plan (What to Eat for MAX Weight Loss!)

  6. 10 Things You SHOULD Be Doing on Ozempic (For Fast & Safe Weight Loss)

  7. Weight Loss Medication is Not a Magic Pill

  8. #1 Weight Loss Doctor: The Truth About Obesity, Ozempic, Dieting, & How to Feel Better Now

  9. GLP medications decrease cardiovascular disease

Expert Podcasts

  1. PODCAST: #1 Weight Loss Doctor: The Truth About Obesity, Ozempic, Dieting, & How to Feel Better Now

  2. PODCAST: EP. 154: 10 Ways To Royally Screw Yourself When Using Ozempic | Solo Episode

  3. PODCAST: EP 181: Master Class on How To Fix Your Digestive Issues & Gut Health (With a Renowned GI Doctor)

recommended reading

These titles offer a deep dive into the science of weight management and hormonal health.

  1. "Weight Less" by Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, MD An essential guide by a triple board-certified endocrinologist and obesity specialist. This book explores the biological drivers of weight and provides a roadmap for those using GLP-1 medications (likeWegovy or Zepbound) to achieve sustainable health.

  2. "The New Menopause" by Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD A modern "owner's manual" for navigating perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Haver provides an evidence-based roadmap for managing hormonal transitions, metabolism shifts, and overall wellness.

Expert Insight: We recommend following Dr. Salas-Whalen and Dr. Mary Claire Haver on YouTube and/or other social media platforms. Their regular video updates provide valuable, real-time advice on navigating treatments and lifestyle changes.

Recommended Tracking Apps

Monitoring your intake—especially protein—is vital for preserving muscle mass during weight loss.

  1. Baritastic

    • Best for: Macro Tracing

    • Key Features: Originally for bariatric patients; excellent for strict protein and water tracking with helpful meal/hydration reminders.

  2. WeGoTogether

    • Best for: Wegovy Support

    • Key Features: The official app from Novo Nordisk. Features injection tracking, dose reminders, and access to health coaching.