Dr. Pepper....Really?
Welcome to "Dr. Pepper...Really," where Dr. Gary Pepper—a board-certified endocrinologist and Associate Professor at a major U.S. medical school—delves into the world of metabolic health. Join him as he interviews individuals sharing their personal journeys with metabolic issues and chats with experts in metabolism, nutrition, thyroid disease, diabetes, hormone imbalances, weight management, and more. The show aims to provide you with valuable insights and perspectives from top professionals on common yet critical issues affecting your health and well-being.
Dr. Pepper....Really?
Estrogen and Weight Loss Medication: A New Horizon for Menopausal Health
The journey through menopause doesn't have to include weight gain as a constant companion. A new study unveils that estrogen replacement therapy may boost the effectiveness of weight loss medications like semaglutide. This synergy could be the missing link for many struggling with menopausal metabolism. However, the decision to use estrogen therapy is complex, with potential health risks that must be weighed against its metabolic advantages. Check out the full blog on this topic at our website metabolism.com, for more details
Gary Pepper, M.D., an associate professor at a prominent medical school and endocrinologist with 40 years of experience, brings clarity to numerous topics within the field of metabolic health. His view points are unhindered by corporate interests, unlike many other current "thought leaders" in medicine. Dr. Pepper, a dedicated educator, established his homebase website www.metabolism.com in 1996 and has blogged on important topics since then. Not one to be left behind by technology he began podcasting in 2020 with the onset of the pandemic and continues publishing vlogs on YouTube at his channel metabolism123. So whatever your choice in media, you will be gaining fresh insights by tuning in to his opinionated shows or reading his blogs on critical health topics.