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Worried about losing muscle and derailing progress during surgery recovery? When mobility is limited, even temporarily, it's easy to feel like all your hard work is slipping away.

In this episode, I address a listener who recently had bunion surgery and is now non-weight bearing, concerned about muscle loss while resuming GLP-1 medication. You'll discover what to focus on when movement is restricted, practical nutrition strategies that minimize muscle loss, and why recovery periods can become unexpected opportunities for growth.

Learn how to maintain perspective, focus on what you *can* control, and keep your long-term health journey on track—even when temporary limitations force you to slow down.

References

Ep.108: How to Handle a Medication Pause Without Losing Progress

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Audio Stamps

00:53 - Dr. Rentea shares inspiration for new recipes she’s loving, including her new favorite: overnight chia blueberry oats.

04:15 - Make sure you’re signed up to the weekly newsletter if you would like to have new recipe ideas in your inbox every Monday (found and tested by Dr. Rentea!).

06:53 - Addressing a listener question about using GLP-1 medications during recovery from surgery and concerns about muscle loss.

09:13 - Focusing on what you can control post-surgery is key, particularly nutrition and protein intake, rather than worrying about temporary muscle loss.

12:12 - Looking for alternative exercises during recovery and why doing something is better than nothing.

13:45 - Keeping perspective on temporary setbacks as minor blips in your overall health journey, not defining moments that determine long-term success.

16:54 - Dr. Rentea encourages daily re-centering and embracing a long-term health perspective.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

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