300: GLP-1 Meds and Then What? Turning Weight Loss into Lifelong Wellness – Dr. Gitanjali Srivastava

Full shownotes, transcript and resources here: 300 This episode is sponsored. Commercial support has been provided by Danone North America & OIKOS. Dr. Gitanjali Srivastava is a paid consultant to Danone North America. No brands are discussed or promoted. This episode explores strategies for maintaining weight loss and overall wellness following the use of GLP-1 medications. Listeners will learn how behavioral, nutritional and clinical approaches can help patients sustain progress and build long-term healthy habits with shifts to their dosage or after discontinuing treatment. Tune in to this episode to learn about: · the STEP and SURMOUNT 4 trial findings · the chronic pathological state of obesity · how GLP-1 meds curb food noise and disordered eating · how GLP-1 meds are intended to be used for weight loss · the crucial role of behavior change · statistics about how and why people plan to stay on or go off the meds · key behavior changes that GLP-1 users can adopt to maximize their success · the importance of structured exercise · how "clock genes" play a role in metabolic function · the power of fiber, protein and fluids in dietary habits · the three pillars: protein, portions and patterns · various reasons that people stop taking GLP-1s · what happens when people stop taking GLP-1s · stigma and bias with weight loss medications · the many challenges in maintaining weight loss · how dietitians are an essential part of the care team · the importance of communicating with patients about side effects · how to support patients who are pausing, cycling or microdosing their GLP-1s · resources for health professionals and the public This episode ( GLP-1 Meds and Then What? Turning Weight Loss into Lifelong Wellness ) awards 1.0 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration's CPEU Prior Approval Program. Visit to access the CPEU activity.

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This episode was published on Dec 3, 2025.

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