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In this episode, Zoë chats with Dr Benjamin Bikman about GLP-1 agonists, a class of drugs used for weight loss and diabetes management. They discuss the role of GLP-1 in metabolism, the effects of GLP-1 agonists on weight loss and insulin sensitivity, and the potential side effects and limitations of these drugs.
Dr Bikman explains how GLP-1 agonists slow down intestinal movement, leading to feelings of nausea and reduced appetite. He also discusses the paradox of these drugs stimulating the growth of new fat cells while promoting weight loss.
Enjoy the video, transcript and show notes over at https://zoeharcombe.com
Full show notes and video over at https://www.zoeharcombe.com
By Zoë Harcombe4.6
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In this episode, Zoë chats with Dr Benjamin Bikman about GLP-1 agonists, a class of drugs used for weight loss and diabetes management. They discuss the role of GLP-1 in metabolism, the effects of GLP-1 agonists on weight loss and insulin sensitivity, and the potential side effects and limitations of these drugs.
Dr Bikman explains how GLP-1 agonists slow down intestinal movement, leading to feelings of nausea and reduced appetite. He also discusses the paradox of these drugs stimulating the growth of new fat cells while promoting weight loss.
Enjoy the video, transcript and show notes over at https://zoeharcombe.com
Full show notes and video over at https://www.zoeharcombe.com

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