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Podcast: Friendly Pharmacy 5
Episode: Weight Explained: The Science of Weight Loss Strategies, Medications & Therapies in 2024
Description: In this interview, Lindsay Dixon sits down with Michael Boivin BSc.Phm CDE to discuss the science behind obesity, why it's increasingly difficult to lose weight as we age and the new shift to focus on a concept called "Best Weight." The interview covers topics like weight stigma, cognitive behavioural therapy, genetics, popular weight loss medications, and other approaches to treating obesity including the pros and cons of bariatric surgery. If you're struggling with weight management or obesity, or you are a healthcare professional who wants to better help your community, we sincerely hope that this interview will give...