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Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: GLP-1s, Peptides & Weight Loss Drugs Explained The Future of GLP-1s Beyond Weight Loss Could GLP-1s Treat Dementia & Other Diseases? The Next Generation of Weight Loss Peptides Retatrutide & Oral GLP-1s: What's Coming Next? The Biggest Risks of GLP-1 Medications Emotional Blunting: An Emerging GLP-1 Concern? Will GLP-1s Make Weight Stigma Worse? Can You Practice Intuitive Eating on a GLP-1? Using GLP-1s Without Losing Food Freedom Check in with today’s amazing guest: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky www.drspencer.com www.instagram.com/drnadolsky…

Bite Back with Abbey Sharp

by The Roost Podcast Network · English · Tech & Science

Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), award-winning author, founder of Abbey’s Kitchen, creator of Hunger Crushing Combo™, Co-Founder of Neue Theory™, and mother of two. Blending science with sass, Abbey has established herself as a credible voice in the nutrition, health, and wellness space.

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  7. 6 Oct 2026 · 21 min

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