Am I insulin resistant and is Ozempic the answer?

Healthy Her

If you are noticing more stubborn weight that won’t seem to shift, you may be developing insulin resistance. Host Amelia Phillips and endocrinologist Prof. Katherine Tonks discuss the fact that by the time we turn 50, it is estimated that 40% of us will develop insulin resistance. Factors such as higher fat or carb diets, physical inactivity, inflammation, stress and peri or menopause all increase our chances of developing insulin resistance. But how do we know if we are inching closer to this completely reversible condition? Could semaglutide (aka ozempic, mounjaro or Wegovy) the answer? And if not drugs then how can we prevent IR from progressing?

About the guest:

Prof. Katherine Tonks is a professor of endocrinology, holds a PHD and is the founder of Sydney Endocrinology on Sydney's lower north shore. Prof. Katherine specialises in metabolic related conditions, such as weight issues, insulin resistance, diabetes, plus PCOS, and thyroid disorders.

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is a registered exercise scientist and nutritionist with a career spanning 26 years in health. She's a registered exercise scientist, nutritionist and researcher (with a Masters of Human Nutrition). She was the co-founder of health tech company 12WBT which grew from start-up and more recently Inner Vitality, an 8 week online program using biomarkers and personalised health that she runs with an Integrative GP. Amelia also consults to health companies, presents and appears in the media, most recently on the Ch9 show Do You Want to Live Forever. Amelia had four kids in five years and is dedicated to empowering women to build a life after kids on the foundation of health (mental and physical), connection and purpose.

If you have a question for Amelia, reach out via Insta @_amelia_phillips, email [e-mail]

Find out more at www.ameliaphillips.com.au

Find out more about Inner Vitality, a new approach to your health: https://innervitality.ameliaphillips.com.au/pages/

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips
Guest: Prof. Katherine Tonks Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

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